The Rochester Police have announced that the suspect involved in a shooting on May 6th, which resulted in the deaths of two individuals, including a woman from Buffalo, is now in custody. According to officials, 23-year-old Jermaine Williams was apprehended by the United States Marshals Violent Felony Fugitive Task Force in Niagara Falls on Friday, May 31st and is expected to be charged with murder for the fatal shootings.
Authorities have revealed that the incident began as a confrontation between Williams and a group of people at the 'Sexyy Red' concert in downtown Rochester on May 5th. Following the concert, the individuals involved in the altercation gathered on Rialto Street. It was there that Williams allegedly discharged over a dozen rounds, striking three individuals. Tragically, 46-year-old Shatina Jones from Buffalo was pronounced dead at the hospital, while 43-year-old Timothy Chealey succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The third victim has since recovered from the gunshot wounds.
Williams was arrested without any resistance and subsequently transported back to Rochester. He is now facing two charges of Murder in the 2nd Degree. It is expected that Williams will be arraigned on Saturday morning, and there is a possibility of additional charges being considered by a Grand Jury.