Atlanta Teen Gravely Wounded in Pool Party Shooting

Atlanta Teen Gravely Wounded in Pool Party Shooting

Parents Face Struggle to Fund Long-Term Medical Support

The parents of a 17-year-old victim of a shooting at an Atlanta pool party are now contending with an imaginative hardship. The teenager, identified as Robert Johnson III, was shot three times whilst attending a spring break celebration on April 2nd at an apartment complex located at 935 Marietta Street. Johnson’s recovery is expected to be prolonged and fraught with complications, leading to a ripple of struggles for his family.

At the Scene of the Shooting

The unfortunate incident saw Johnson fall victim to indiscriminate gunfire. The teenager was reportedly a bystander when the shooting occurred. A fellow 17-year-old, named Jalin Hammons, was subsequently charged with aggravated assault in connection with the shooting.

A Long Road to Recovery

Johnson’s physical condition post-incident is gravely alarming. Hit in the back, shoulder, and most critically, the head, Johnson’s injuries are extensive. To stem brain swelling, part of his skull had to be removed. Currently, he can breathe without assistance but remains largely in a vegetative state. “He doesn’t know which side he’s on,” narrates his visibly distraught mother, Camaria Johnson.

Parents Grappling with Medical Realities

Robert Johnson Jr. and his wife, Camaria Johnson, are now facing a daunting reality. Doctors, while applauding Johnson’s fight for survival, have suggested that his recovery may not be comprehensive. The prognosis is to such an extent that Shepherd Center, a top rehabilitation facility, declined to accept Johnson, stating that he wasn’t “rehab-able.”

A Glimmer of Hope

Faced with a debilitating forecast, the Johnsons refuse to lose hope. Determined, they managed to find a specialized facility in Indiana ready to accept Johnson into their long-term acute rehabilitation program, irrespective of his current limited functionality.

A Plea for Help

The challenging situation does come with heightened expenses. Transporting their son to Indiana for the treatment needed requires funding that the family does not currently possess. To raise funds, the Johnsons have started a GoFundMe campaign, making a plea to the public for help.

Faith and Determination

“He’s a strong kid. I have faith that he’ll come through, even if we don’t get the same son back as we had before,” Robert Jr. said. The Johnsons maintain an undying faith in their son’s recovery, emphasizing that he has already defied odds by staying alive. Their plea for aid is couched in the belief that their son, a once fervent basketball enthusiast, will, given the right support, make a recovery worth celebrating.

Call to Action

This incident is but an illustration of the ripple effect of a single act of violence—the difficulties faced by victims’ families often overlooked. The public is urged to support the Johnsons in their quest for Robert’s recovery either through donations to their fundraising efforts or by sharing their heartfelt plea to touch more hearts and raise awareness about the impacts of gun violence.


Author: HERE Atlanta

HERE Atlanta

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