Bronx man indicted in connection to death of his 15-year-old stepson

Investigators say Minter got into a dispute with Scott, allegedly putting him in a neck hold and cutting off his oxygen supply.

News 12 Staff

Apr 6, 2023, 2:19 AM

Updated 477 days ago

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A Bronx man has been indicted for manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in connection to the death of his 15-year-old stepson Corde Scott. 
Police have confirmed that the cause of Scott’s death was due to a lack of oxygen. The NYPD reported that Tyrese Minter was released from jail one month prior to attacking Scott and was on parole.
Investigators say Minter got into a dispute with Scott, allegedly putting him in a neck hold and cutting off his oxygen supply. 
Minter has been released and is due back in court on June 20. 


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