FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (WSVN) - A 20-year-old man has been indicted for the murder of 3-year-old Rylo Yancy, who was fatally shot while attending a birthday party at Riverland Park in Fort Lauderdale last year, the Broward State Attorney’s Office said.
Tyler Hollins was indicted on Thursday following an investigation into the tragic drive-by shooting that occurred in broad daylight on July 21.
Rylo, who was playing on a slide during the party, was struck by gunfire when a vehicle pulled up to the park and opened fire. Fort Lauderdale police identified Hollins as one of the suspects involved in the drive-by shooting that left the toddler dead.
Rylo was rushed to Broward Health Medical Center but later died as a result of his injuries.
In addition to the murder charge, Hollins was also indicted on possession of a firearm by a delinquent, prosecutors said.
While police said the indictment marks significant progress in the investigation, detectives continue to search for additional suspects.
They have since recovered two Mercedes connected to the case.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Fort Lauderdale Police Department’s Homicide Tipline at 954-828-6677 or Detective Juan Rodriguez at 954-828-6673. Anonymous tips can be provided through Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS, where a $10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to further arrests.
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