Crime
Lay Mya and her unborn child killed in River Breeze Lane shooting, suspect Jha’kari Martin-Sugrin arrested
A tragic shooting incident occurred early Tuesday morning in north Leon County, resulting in the deaths of a pregnant woman, Lay Mya, and her unborn child.
Jha’kari Martin-Sugrin, 22, has been arrested and charged with two counts of manslaughter and two counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony in connection with the shooting.
The incident unfolded around 1 AM on River Breeze Lane, prompting deputies from the Leon County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) to respond to a local hospital to investigate a shooting involving a pregnant woman.
Martin-Sugrin transported the victim to the hospital, where she tragically lost her life and her unborn child.
According to arrest papers, Martin-Sugrin informed investigators that the victim was approximately two months pregnant.
He described an argument that occurred between them at their home on River Breeze Lane.
At the time of the shooting, two children were also present in the home. Court records indicate that the gun discharged accidentally while Martin-Sugrin was attempting to leave the residence with some of his belongings.
The gun was not in his hand but was wedged between his arm and torso.
The Leon County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating the incident and seeking any additional information from the public.
Witnesses or individuals with knowledge of the events leading up to the shooting are urged to contact the LCSO’s Violent Crimes Unit detective at 850-606-3300. To remain anonymous, call Big Bend Crime Solvers at 850-574-8477.
Indio, CA – A 26-year-old man, identified as Lorenzo Segoviano, was shot and killed outside the Food 4 Less store in Indio on Saturday evening, according to the Indio Police Department.
Authorities responded to reports of a shooting around 5:40 p.m. at the shopping center.
Upon arrival, first responders located Segoviano suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite immediate life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Preliminary investigations revealed that an altercation occurred inside the store between Segoviano and the suspect.
The situation escalated from a verbal dispute to a physical confrontation outside the store.
During the altercation, the suspect allegedly produced a firearm, prompting Segoviano to attempt to flee.
As Segoviano was running away, the suspect fired multiple shots, striking him.
Segoviano collapsed shortly after and succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Witnesses reported seeing the suspect fleeing southeast from the location.
Indio police officers quickly responded and detained a 19-year-old male suspect within the shopping center vicinity.
He was subsequently booked into the John Benoit Detention Center on charges of murder.
The suspect is scheduled for arraignment on Wednesday and is currently held at the Southwest Detention Center in Murrieta on $1 million bail.
The investigation remains active. Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact the Indio Police Department at (760) 391-4057.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted through local crime stoppers channels.