Crime
24-year-old Deshawndrey Bowman killed in Beaumont shooting
Beaumont, TX – The Beaumont Police Department is actively investigating a Friday night shooting that has now been classified as a homicide, marking the city’s second homicide of 2025.
The victim, identified as 24-year-old Deshawndrey Bowman, succumbed to his injuries early Monday morning at CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth Hospital. Justice of the Peace Ben Collins Sr. has ordered an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.
The incident occurred on Friday, January 24, 2025, at approximately 6:44 p.m., when officers responded to reports of a shooting near the intersection of Brooklyn and Madison.
Upon arrival, they discovered Bowman inside a vehicle, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
He was transported to a local hospital in critical condition but tragically passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025.
Beaumont Police detectives are conducting a thorough investigation and are urging anyone with information related to this case to come forward.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Beaumont Police Department at (409) 832-1234.
Individuals who wish to remain anonymous can provide tips through Southeast Texas Crime Stoppers by calling (409) 833-TIPS (8477), using the P3 Tips App on their smartphone, or visiting the Crime Stoppers website at www.833TIPS.com.
Those providing information leading to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.
This is an ongoing investigation, and further details will be released as they become available.
BARTOW, FL — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at 120 Polk Street East in Bartow.
The incident resulted in three individuals sustaining gunshot wounds, including a Bartow Police Department (BPD) officer, a public safety aide (PSA) officer, and the suspect involved.
Emergency medical services were immediately requested at the scene to provide critical aid to all three gunshot victims.
The conditions of the injured individuals have not yet been released.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Law enforcement officials have secured the area as forensic teams and investigators begin processing the scene.
Additional information, including the identities of those involved and any potential charges, is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and allow emergency crews to continue their response efforts without obstruction.