Crime
Victim killed in Elkhart mass shooting identified as 30-year-old Davelle Osby
The Elkhart County Homicide Unit continues to investigate a mass shooting that occurred in the early hours of Sunday, June 1, in the 300 block of West Garfield Avenue. The incident left eleven individuals with gunshot wounds and resulted in one fatality.
Authorities have identified the deceased victim as 30-year-old Davelle Osby, who was pronounced dead at the hospital after being transported from the scene.
A total of twelve individuals were taken to area hospitals following the shooting.
As of Monday morning, eight of the eleven surviving victims had been treated for their injuries and released from medical care.
Three victims remain hospitalized, though their current conditions have not been publicly disclosed.
The shooting took place shortly after 1:00 a.m. in a densely populated residential area.
No arrests have been made at this time, and investigators are working to determine the circumstances that led to the violence.
The Elkhart County Homicide Unit is urging members of the public to come forward with any information that could assist in the investigation.
This includes:
- Video recordings, including Ring or other surveillance camera footage
- Photographs from the area at or around the time of the shooting
- Eyewitness accounts or any other relevant information
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Homicide Unit directly at (574) 296-1888 or (574) 295-2825. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Michiana Crime Stoppers at (574) 288-STOP (7867).
At this time, no further details regarding suspects, motives, or the nature of the shooting have been released.
Authorities emphasize that the investigation remains active and ongoing.
The Elkhart Police Department will continue to provide updates as new information becomes available.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) is investigating a series of shootings that occurred Wednesday night in Pahokee, culminating in a deputy-involved shooting.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office, and PBSO’s Violent Crimes Division are conducting parallel and joint reviews of the incident.
According to authorities, the violence began on Wednesday, February 25, at approximately 10:12 p.m., when 44-year-old Charles McCloud Jr. allegedly initiated a series of shootings at multiple locations throughout Pahokee over a roughly 40-minute span.
First Shooting – 171 Booker Place (10:12 p.m.)
McCloud allegedly shot two adult males at a residence located at 171 Booker Place.
Both victims were pronounced deceased at the scene.
Second Shooting – 8700 Block of Doveland Drive
Shortly afterward, multiple gunshots were reported in the 8700 block of Doveland Drive.
Although several rounds were fired, authorities confirmed that no individuals were struck during this incident.
Third Shooting – 750 Belle Glade Road
The third shooting occurred at a convenience store located at 750 Belle Glade Road.
An adult male was shot during this incident and transported for medical treatment. Officials report the victim is expected to survive.
While responding to the reported gunfire on Doveland Drive and conducting a preliminary investigation, a PBSO deputy was securing the area with crime scene tape when McCloud allegedly drove a black GMC SUV directly at the deputy.
Authorities state that McCloud struck the deputy with the vehicle, pushing him approximately 40 feet. After exiting the SUV armed with a firearm, McCloud allegedly attempted to shoot the injured deputy.
In response, the deputy discharged his service weapon, striking McCloud. A second PBSO deputy also discharged his firearm during the encounter. McCloud was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The injured deputy sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving treatment at St. Mary’s Medical Center.
According to PBSO, Charles McCloud Jr. had an extensive criminal history, including prior charges for Riot, Resisting an Officer with Violence, Armed Robbery, Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Carrying a Concealed Weapon, Narcotics Equipment/Possession, and Escape or Attempted Escape from a county facility.
In accordance with standard agency policy, the deputy involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
The FDLE, the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office, and PBSO’s Violent Crimes Division continue to actively investigate all aspects of the shootings, including the deputy-involved use of force.
Additional information will be released as it becomes available.