14-year-old accused of killing parents in Fresno County will not be tried as adult, DA says

Under California law, the district attorney's office says the teen will not be tried as an adult due to his age.
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- Charges have been filed against a 14-year-old boy accused of killing his parents in Fresno County last week.

On Tuesday, the Fresno County District Attorney's Office announced that a petition has been filed against the teen.
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The Fresno County Sheriff's Office says the boy killed his parents, Lue Yang and Se Vang, during a 'violent' attack at the family's home in Miramonte.

The teen is also accused of seriously injuring his 11-year-old sister, who is expected to survive.
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Under California law, the district attorney's office says the teen will not be tried as an adult due to his age.

A detention hearing for the suspect has been scheduled for Wednesday at the Fresno County Superior Court.

A GoFundMe account has been set up to help with funeral expenses for Yang and Vang.
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