In California, a 5-year-old boy is accused of fatally stabbing his twin brother, leading to a tragic incident in Scotts Valley. Deputies from the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office responded to a stabbing call on Tucker Road, where the brothers had been fighting, resulting in one grabbing a small kitchen knife and stabbing his twin. Despite "life-saving efforts" by deputies and first responders, the 5-year-old was taken to the hospital and later succumbed to his injuries.
The sheriff's office, after investigation, stated that there is no indication of negligence or criminal activity by any other party. They, in coordination with the District Attorney’s Office, declared that no charges would be filed, citing California law that considers age, criminal intent, and knowledge of wrongfulness as essential factors for charging a child with a crime.
California's Penal Code Section 26 specifies cases where individuals are "not capable of committing crimes," including children under 14, unless there's clear proof of their understanding of wrongfulness. Additionally, California Welfare and Institutions Code 602 places minors under 12 alleged to have committed offenses like murder within the jurisdiction of the juvenile court.
The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office expressed condolences to the family, stating they are heartbroken and urging privacy for the family during this difficult time.
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