Crime
31-year-old Kadesha Burch killed by Wisconsin bank robber 23-year-old Roosevelt Davis in Springfield
Burch — who is Davis’ common-law wife, according to the arrest citation.
Springfield, Ky. (December 27, 2024) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 is investigating a tragic shooting that occurred in the early hours of December 27, 2024, at a residence on Claybrook Avenue in Springfield, Kentucky.
The investigation was initiated following a request from the Springfield Police Department for assistance.
KSP Troopers and Detectives responded to the scene and launched an inquiry into the incident.
Preliminary findings indicate that an individual forcibly entered a residence on Claybrook Avenue and opened fire on two female occupants before fleeing.
- Victim Information:
- Kadesha Burch, 31, of Springfield, was found deceased at the scene from a gunshot wound.
- Frances Campbell, 52, of Springfield, sustained gunshot injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Through investigative efforts, 23-year-old Roosevelt Davis of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was identified as the suspect.
KSP Post 15 issued a statewide law enforcement bulletin to locate Davis.
A Shelbyville Police Department officer, acting on the bulletin, conducted a traffic stop on a Chevrolet Malibu.
The driver was confirmed to be Davis.
KSP Detectives responded to Shelbyville, where Davis was arrested and charged with:
- Murder
- Attempted Murder
- First-Degree Burglary
Davis was transported and lodged at the Shelby County Detention Center.
The investigation remains active and is being led by KSP Detective B.J. Burton. KSP is working in collaboration with the Springfield Police Department, Washington County Coroner’s Office, Shelbyville Police Department, and additional KSP Troopers and Detectives.
Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.