Baltimore mother sparks debate over accountability when a child is accused of crime

READ MORE - https://foxbaltimore.com/newsletter-d... A stunning admission from a Baltimore mother whose 17-year-old son was shot by police - saying he needs to have a gun to protect himself. More on her concerns Friday and why some argue she shouldn't have let her son put himself in danger. Kieria Franklin is reigniting the debate this week over parent accountability when a child is accused of a crime. Franklin's son, 17-year-old Mekhi Franklin, shot by a Baltimore police officer three weeks ago, is now facing charges, including first-degree assault. Police say he was shot during a foot chase while he was holding a stolen 9-millimeter handgun. _______________ Stay up to date with our social media: WBFF on Facebook:   / foxbaltimore   WBFF on Twitter:   / foxbaltimore   Subscribe to WBFF on YouTube:    / @foxbaltimore   Daily News Digest:    • FOXBaltimore Daily News Digest   For more information, visit https://foxbaltimore.com/ Have a news tip? Send it directly to us: Email us: [email protected] Call the Newsroom: 410.467.5595 WBFF is a Maryland-based station and a FOX Television affiliate owned and operated by Sinclair Broadcast Group.