VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — The fourth suspect in connection to a Peele Court shooting incident in which an 8-year-old boy was shot in the head has been arrested, Virginia Beach Police said Thursday.
Jawuan Jefferies, 21, of Chesapeake, has been charged with aggravated malicious wounding, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, conspiracy to commit a felony and 24 counts of maliciously shooting into an occupied dwelling.
Jefferies is currently in custody on unrelated charges in Chesapeake. Police said he is the final suspect to be arrested in connection to the incident.
Eight-year-old Landyn Davis had been playing video games on his dad’s computer when a bullet went through his head. After being put into a medically-induced coma at Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters, Landyn has been recovering as fundraisers to help with medical bills and other costs have continued.
In a release, Virginia Beach Police said “this arrest stands as a testament to VBPD’s commitment to holding wrongdoers accountable. The dedication and determination of the investigators ensured that those involved in this shooting will have to face the consequences of their actions. Today we extend our hearts to the family and wish their son well on his road to recovery. It is this spirit of determination that carries us forward, knowing that with every case we solve, we bring hope and healing to the victims.”
Three other suspects in connection to this incident were arrested earlier this month. Two men and one woman were arrested and charged in connection to the incident, including Toriyon Cook, 24; Jerry Davis, 24; and Jakyra Epperson, 21.
Cook and Davis have been charged with malicious shooting and additional gun charges, while Epperson was charged on several concealing/destroying evidence charges.