Crime
Plymouth Shooting: David Jerome charged for the murder of 41-year-old Brent Berkley
His license to carry a firearm has been suspended.
A fatal shooting occurred in a public parking lot on Middle Street in Plymouth, Massachusetts, on Friday evening.
The victim, identified as 41-year-old Brent Berkley of Plymouth, was involved in a minor crash with 23-year-old David Jerome.
Plymouth police responded to multiple 911 calls reporting the shooting at approximately 5:45 PM. Upon arrival, officers found Berkley suffering from gunshot wounds.
He was rushed to Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
According to the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office, the shooting stemmed from a minor traffic incident between Berkley and 23-year-old David Jerome.
A physical altercation ensued, leading to the fatal shooting.
Jerome was arrested at the scene and has been charged with murder, discharging a firearm within 500 feet of a building, reckless endangerment of a child, and other firearm-related offenses.
His 18-month-old child was present in his vehicle during the incident.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
Jerome is scheduled to be arraigned in Plymouth District Court on Monday.
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.