Crime
Marquez Davis and DeAnthony Brown arrested in connection to fatal North Nashville mass shooting near Tennessee State University’s Homecoming parade
Victim Johnson and three others were members of a gang known to the Metro Nashville Police Department as “23 SKE,” while Davis and Brown belonged to a rival gang.
Two men have been arrested in connection with a tragic shooting incident that occurred during a homecoming celebration in Nashville, Tennessee.
The shooting left one person dead and injured nine others.
Marquez Davis and DeAnthony Brown, both 24, were apprehended Monday night at a short-term rental located on 26th Avenue North, just a street away from the scene of the crime. Both men have been charged with criminal homicide.
The shooting took place on Saturday night at the intersection of 27th Avenue North and Jefferson Street, following the Tennessee State University homecoming parade.
While most people had left the area to attend the university’s football game, which kicked off at 5 p.m., some celebrations continued on Jefferson Street.
Vonquae Johnson, 24, was among those celebrating when Davis and Brown arrived.
Johnson and three others were members of a gang known to the Metro Nashville Police Department as “23 SKE,” while Davis and Brown belonged to a rival gang.
Surveillance footage captured the altercation between the two groups, which escalated into a shootout.
The video shows Davis and Brown approaching Johnson and his associates, engaging in a verbal exchange, and ultimately drawing their firearms.
A shootout ensued, resulting in the tragic death of Johnson and injuries to nine others, including six innocent bystanders.
Johnson’s mother, who was with him at the time, rushed him to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. Brown and Davis fled the scene.
Davis, who was visibly limping in the surveillance footage, was later arrested and found to be wearing a medical boot on his left leg.
Police received a tip indicating that he had sought medical treatment for a gunshot wound at a local residence following the shooting.
HARRIS COUNTY, TX — A juvenile male was shot and killed in the Northwest Park area, prompting an active investigation by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO).
Deputies responded at approximately 2:15 p.m. to reports of a shooting at a residential complex located at 10155 Bammel North Houston Road, near North Houston Rosslyn and Fallbrook Drive.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered a juvenile Hispanic male suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite attempts by first responders to perform CPR and lifesaving measures, the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Detectives from the Homicide Division, led by Detective Jason Brown, responded to conduct the investigation.
Based on initial witness statements, deputies were able to detain a 15-year-old male suspect believed to be involved in the incident.
According to preliminary findings, investigators believe the shooting may have occurred during a possible drug-related transaction.
At this stage, no additional suspects are believed to be involved.
Crime Scene Investigators (CSI) are processing evidence, while detectives continue to review surveillance footage from the apartment complex and interview witnesses.
The identity of the deceased has not yet been formally confirmed, though authorities believe they have located potential family members.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional details will be released as they become available.