Support Needed for Wounded Teen After Yakima Shooting

GoFundMe page set up to help family with medical costs for 16-year-old Brayan Pablo

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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A 16-year-old boy named Brayan Pablo was wounded in a shooting in Yakima, Washington that also left another 16-year-old dead. Brayan is being treated at a Seattle hospital, and his family has set up a GoFundMe page to help cover the medical expenses and other costs as his mother remains by his side during his recovery.

Why it matters

Gun violence involving young people is an ongoing concern in many communities, and this tragic incident highlights the need for support and resources for families dealing with the aftermath of such events. The GoFundMe campaign aims to ease the financial burden on Brayan's single mother as she focuses on his recovery.

The details

According to reports, the shooting occurred on Sunday in the 400 block of North 5th Avenue in Yakima. Brayan Pablo, a junior at Toppenish High School and member of the wrestling team, was one of three young people shot, with a 16-year-old male killed at the scene. Brayan and a 17-year-old female were transported to a Seattle hospital for treatment.

  • The shooting occurred on Sunday in Yakima.
  • Brayan Pablo, a 16-year-old junior at Toppenish High School, is currently being treated at a Seattle hospital.

The players

Brayan Pablo

A 16-year-old junior at Toppenish High School and member of the wrestling team who was wounded in the Yakima shooting.

Marcela

Brayan's single mother, who is staying by his side at the Seattle hospital as he recovers.

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What they’re saying

“Brayan was a good kid in the wrong place at the wrong time.”

— Monica Tellez (GoFundMe)

“Marcela (Brayan's mom) remains by his side at all times, focused on his recovery and praying for his healing.”

— Monica Tellez (GoFundMe)

What’s next

The GoFundMe campaign aims to raise funds to help cover Brayan's medical expenses and other costs as his mother remains by his side during his recovery.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for greater support and resources for families impacted by gun violence, particularly when it involves young people. The community's response through the GoFundMe campaign demonstrates the importance of coming together to help those in need during difficult times.