In a shocking incident that unfolded during a live social media broadcast, 24-year-old Guyanese national Jamal Bourne—known by the alias “Skinny”—fatally shot himself accidentally while livestreaming on TikTok. The event occurred while Bourne, a wanted murder suspect, was broadcasting alongside another armed individual, both wearing balaclavas and brandishing firearms.
During the livestream, Bourne appeared to be issuing threats to viewers while handling the weapon. The firearm unexpectedly discharged, striking him in the head. Hundreds of viewers witnessed the moment Bourne collapsed on camera before the broadcast ended abruptly.
Local authorities confirmed Bourne was pronounced dead shortly afterward. Police have initiated a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances of the shooting, including how the firearms were obtained and the identity of the second armed individual visible in the video. The incident has raised significant concerns about illegal weapons circulation and the risks associated with live social media content.