11-Year-Old Texas Girl Dies by Suicide After Alleged Immigration Status Bullying

Jocelynn Rojo Carranza, an 11-year-old girl from Gainesville, Texas, died by suicide after reportedly being bullied at school regarding her family's immigration status. Her mother, Marbella Carranza, claimed that classmates threatened to call immigration authorities to have her parents deported, leading to severe emotional distress for Jocelynn. Despite the school being aware of the bullying and providing counseling, Marbella was not informed about her daughter's struggles until after the tragic incident. The Gainesville Independent School District released a statement emphasizing their commitment to addressing bullying, though they did not comment on specific incidents involving Jocelynn. Marbella is now advocating for justice, expressing concerns over the school's handling of the situation and the impact of bullying on immigrant families. The Gainesville Police Department is currently investigating the matter.