Crime
Victims killed in shooting outside Gemini Lounge in Corpus Christi identified
Two additional victims sustained non-life-threatening gunshot wounds and were transported to local hospitals.
A tragic shooting incident occurred early Sunday morning outside a club on the 5400 block of South Staples Street in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Two individuals, 20-year-old Jerry Encinia and 20-year-old Jakobe McDonald, lost their lives as a result of the shooting.
Two additional victims sustained non-life-threatening gunshot wounds and were transported to local hospitals.
The shooting is believed to have stemmed from a fight that broke out in the club’s parking lot.
Corpus Christi Police Department’s Robbery/Homicide Unit is actively investigating the incident.
Authorities are urging anyone with information, including video footage, to contact the department at 361-886-2840.
Sanford, FL (November 06, 2024): Sanford Police have arrested Savon Chantay Tyler (D.O.B. 08/16/1989), in connection with last night’s homicide that occurred in Greystone Townhomes.
On November 05, 2024, just after 7:00 P.M., Sanford Police officers responded to a shooting in the area of 1771 Travertine Terrace.
Upon arrival, officers located Lauren Ashley Martin (D.O.B. 03/29/1990), laying in the roadway, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Lauren was transported to a local area hospital where she later died as a result of her injuries.
Based on the investigation, it was determined that Lauren drove to Tyler’s residence regarding an ongoing argument.
Both Lauren and Tyler engaged in a verbal altercation, which then escalated to a physical altercation.
During the altercation, Tyler shot Lauren multiple times.
Investigators are aware that this incident was live streamed on social media and they are in possession of the live stream videos.
Savon Chantay Tyler was taken into custody without incident.
She will be charged with one count of First Degree Homicide.
This was an isolated incident and there is no one at large related to this situation.
Regarding the incident, Chief Cecil Smith stated, “Today, a family is mourning the loss of a loved one, because someone chose to resolve a disagreement with violence. What started the argument between these two won’t be remembered, but the loss of Lauren will forever be with her family and friends. There are choices other than violence.”
Investigators are asking anyone with information on this crime to please contact the Sanford Police Department or Crimeline at 800 423-TIPS (8477) or visit www.crimeline.org. Calls made to Crimeline remain anonymous, and tips to Crimeline that lead to solving homicide cases are eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000 dollars.