Crime
15-year-old Deondre Davis charged with the murder of 12-year-old Marquell Newburn
Milwaukee – A 15-year-old boy, Deondre Davis, has been charged as an adult with first-degree reckless homicide in connection with the fatal shooting of 12-year-old Marquell Newburn.
The shooting occurred on Saturday afternoon near 48th and Clarke Streets.
Newburn was found unresponsive at the scene and later pronounced dead at a local hospital.
According to police, Davis was handling a firearm inside a stolen minivan when it accidentally discharged, striking Newburn.
A witness reported that Newburn had warned Davis to stop playing with the gun, but Davis disregarded the warning.
Davis has been charged with a Class B felony, which carries a potential prison sentence of up to 60 years.
The sentence may be extended by an additional five years due to the use of a dangerous weapon during the crime.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.