Deadly HS shooting deemed self-defense — but student who fired fatal shot isn't completely in the clear

During that encounter, the targeted student — who was also carrying a firearm — shot and killed the armed suspect, according to prosecutors.The person who was killed has been identified by family members as 16-year-old De’Jon Sledge.After reviewing the facts, evidence and applicable law, including self-defense, the district attorney’s office concluded there was insufficient evidence to prove a homicide case beyond a reasonable doubt.“Our professional and ethical obligation requires us to decline charges when the evidence cannot establish guilt beyond a reasonable doubt,” the office told KXTV in a statement.RELATED: Teen robbers open fire on victim behind Texas Family Dollar, but victim also has a gun — and turns the tables lethally The person associated with the individual who was fatally shot will be charged in juvenile court with attempted robbery, the station noted.The intended target who fired the weapon will be charged with various weapons charges, KXTV said, citing the DA's office.The station said the DA's office also raised concerns about school violence and noted that schools should be safe places for students — and that youths should not feel compelled to carry weapons for protection.Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!