Crime
22-year-old Davinci Leonard Wanted for Double Murder Outside Westgate Mall in Brockton
Brockton, MA – Authorities are actively searching for 22-year-old Davinci Leonard, who is accused of fatally shooting two teenagers in the Westgate Mall parking lot on Saturday evening.
According to investigators, Leonard, who currently resides in Brockton but is not originally from the city, fled the scene after the shooting, taking some clothing items with him.
Law enforcement officials have issued a warrant for his arrest on the following charges:
- Two counts of murder
- Carrying a loaded firearm
- Carrying a loaded firearm without a license
The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office has identified the victims as 15-year-old Tymari Albertson and 18-year-old Cevannah Alvarez.
The two teens, who were not related, were shot following an altercation between Albertson and Leonard in the parking lot.
Authorities have not yet disclosed what led to the dispute.
District Attorney Timothy Cruz confirmed that Leonard was not licensed to possess a firearm and is believed to still be armed.
He emphasized the urgency of capturing Leonard, stating:
“If you are going to have unlawful guns in the city of Brockton and the county of Plymouth, we will come and get you. And we will arrest you and put you away. People need to understand that they will be held accountable.”
Leonard is considered armed and dangerous, and officials urge the public not to approach him.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call 911 or contact the tip line at 1-800-Kapture.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.