Funeral Services Set for Bunnell Student Fatally Shot by Police

BRIDGEPORT, CT — Funeral services for a 15-year-old Bunnell High School student have been scheduled for next week. Jayson Negron, 15, of Bridgeport was fatally shot by city police officer James Boulay after police say he stole a car and tried to ram the officer with the stolen car.

Calling hours will be held Tuesday, May 16, at the Funeraria Luz de Paz in Bridgeport from 6 to 8 p.m., according to the funeral home's website. Negron's funeral will be held Wednesday, May 17, at the Park Cemetery on Lindley Street.

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An autopsy shows that Negron died from gunshot wounds to the chest, and the death was listed as a homicide, according to multiple media reports. Bridgeport Police Chief A.J.Perez further stated that Boulay had no record of discipline while on the force, is an army veteran and has been on the force for one year.

Hundreds gathered on Park and Fairfield Avenues in Bridgeport Wednesday for a vigil and rally at the site of the shooting, where citizens paid tribute to Negron. Two dozen blue balloons were released into the air, with Perez and Mayor Joe Ganim on hand in the crowds. By most accounts, the gathering was peaceful.

Information about Negron's hometown were not immediately released after the shooting, however word that the person involved was a Stratford student circulated on social media and sparked outrage among community members. Stratford Superintendent of Schools Janet Robinson issued a letter to parents Wednesday afternoon offering support to students who may be upset by "rumors," adding that the district did not have any information on the shooting.

"All of our young people are so important to us that something like this is such a tragedy," wrote Robinson. "The safety and well being of your children is vitally important to you and to us. Even if your child is not familiar with the individual, rumors can still be upsetting, so I want to make certain that you are informed and can speak with your child if he/she expresses concern. Our counselors are there for them."

A gofundme page has been started in support of Jayson's funeral expenses. The page has raised $2,803 of its $10,000 goal.

Image via the Funeraria Luz de Paz