{"id":399901,"date":"2025-11-23T21:14:12","date_gmt":"2025-11-23T21:14:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/399901\/"},"modified":"2025-11-23T21:14:12","modified_gmt":"2025-11-23T21:14:12","slug":"after-mans-death-parents-and-advocates-call-for-teen-guidance-protection-for-homeless-residents-104-5-wokv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/399901\/","title":{"rendered":"After man\u2019s death, parents and advocates call for teen guidance & protection for homeless residents \u2013 104.5 WOKV"},"content":{"rendered":"

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2014 A deadly attack in downtown Jacksonville is prompting renewed concern about youth violence and the safety of people experiencing homelessness. Parents, lawmakers, and advocates are urging immediate action following the beating death of 64-year-old Roger Borkum, who police say was assaulted three times within an hour by three teenagers.<\/p>\n

Parents across the city said the tragedy underscores the need for stronger guidance at home.<\/p>\n

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\u201cLike what you do is what they\u2019re gonna see, it\u2019s not about what you say. It\u2019s about what you do,\u201d said parent Melody Shactar.<\/p>\n

Another parent, Shavonne Teal, emphasized the importance of mental resilience for young people: \u201cIs to have a strong mindset so that you are not easily influenced by other factors.\u201d<\/p>\n

Police have charged three suspects\u2014ages 13, 16, and 19 in connection with the attacks. Borkum, who was experiencing homelessness, died from his injuries on October 19.<\/p>\n

State Representative Angie Nixon said she was heartbroken when she learned what happened.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was very sad because there\u2019s four lies that I lost the gentleman that unfortunately he was killed, and then the three teenagers as well,\u201d Nixon said.<\/p>\n

In response, Nixon plans to launch a new mentorship program next month aimed at providing teens with structure and supportive role models.<\/p>\n

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\u201cI actually put out a call, particularly to black men in the city actually comes and really worked to reinvigorate the village,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

The Jacksonville Sheriff\u2019s Office is urging parents to stay involved in their children\u2019s lives. Teal shared the advice she gives her own kids: \u201cChoose your friends wisely. When you go out into the world, you know who\u2019s doing good and you know who\u2019s doing that. You align yourself with the correct people.\u201d<\/p>\n

As the community mourns Borkum, homeless outreach leaders say the case also highlights the dangers faced by those living on the streets. Homeless advocate John Wyche stressed that lighting can make a significant difference.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn an area it\u2019s not a high crime area, but the lighting is what I think is really important to be in an area that\u2019s well lit,\u201d Wyche said.<\/p>\n

Advocates said the incident exposes vulnerabilities on both sides: teens who lack proper guidance and homeless individuals at risk of violence, calling it a wake-up call for the city.<\/p>\n

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