AceShowbiz - Cardi B has publicly addressed the serious issue of bullying in New York City public schools following the tragic murder of 15-year-old Javits Frimpong in the Bronx.

On October 29, Javits, a Ghanaian teenager who had relocated to the U.S. in 2025 to reunite with his father, was fatally shot in the abdomen while walking to school in the Claremont neighborhood. He was later pronounced dead at St. Barnabas Hospital. The attack has deeply affected the Bronx community and sparked conversations on the safety of students in city schools.

Javits’ father revealed that his son had recently endured bullying at DreamYard Preparatory School. Two students were suspended following an incident, though authorities have not confirmed if the bullying was directly linked to the shooting. Law enforcement is currently searching for three teenage suspects, believed to be between 16 and 18 years old, but no arrests have been made so far.

In response to this tragedy, Cardi B went live on social media on October 30 to condemn the violent environment she believes is pervasive in New York City public schools. The Bronx native expressed her determination never to send her children to schools in neighborhoods such as the Bronx, Harlem, or Washington Heights, emphasizing a harsh reality she feels students face daily.

Cardi B highlighted what she described as a survival mentality among students, where bullying often escalates to gang involvement for protection. She shared that the common advice to “mind your own business” does not hold true in many cases, pointing to a culture of cruelty among youth in the city’s schools. This, she explained, creates a cycle where victims seek safety through gang affiliation, perpetuating further violence.

Reflecting on her own experiences, Cardi B acknowledged that this environment influenced her as a young person, driving her to seek protective alliances to avoid being targeted. She described the situation as a “food chain” of mistreatment and survival tactics that many students endure.

The tragedy has drawn attention not only from local communities but also from city officials. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced that President Donald Trump has agreed to grant a visa to Javits’ mother, enabling her to travel from Ghana to the United States to be with her family during this difficult time.

The death of Javits Frimpong has sparked an outpouring of grief and calls for action to address bullying and violence in New York City public schools. Advocates and community members are urging for stronger measures to protect students and create safer school environments.

Cardi B’s outspoken stance shines a light on the ongoing challenges faced by students in New York City and the urgent need for solutions to prevent further tragedies. Her comments serve as a call to parents, educators, and authorities to confront the bullying culture and improve safety for all children attending public schools in the city.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Xxlmag.