Monday December 9th, 2024 7:42AM

17-year-old suspect arrested for murder of Norcross teen

By Hamilton Keener Anchor / Reporter

Jason Joel Ortiz, 17, of Norcross was arrested on Wednesday for the Nov. 8 murder of 16-year-old Jose Yahir Batz.

The Gwinnett County Police Department said Ortiz has been charged with felony murder, aggravated assault, armed robbery, and possession of a firearm during the commission of certain felonies.

Ortiz is currently being held in the Gwinnett County Jail.

Anyone with more details about the case is asked to contact Gwinnett County Police detectives at (770) 513-5000.

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