Artavious Demetrius McDugle, a 35-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on May 27, 2022, in Miami, Florida. McDugle, an entrepreneur, was fatally shot outside the U-Save Food Mart located at 8201 NW 17th Ave in the West Little River neighborhood. The incident occurred around 6:30 p.m., and surveillance footage captured the altercation that led to his death.
According to witnesses, McDugle and the suspect, identified as 28-year-old Davin “Jit” Howell, had a heated argument before the shooting. Howell, who was seen fleeing the scene in a white four-door Honda driven by a woman, fired two shots at McDugle, striking him with 9mm caliber bullets. McDugle was rushed to Jackson Memorial Hospital’s Ryder Trauma Center, where he was pronounced dead approximately 15 minutes after the shooting.
The investigation into McDugle's death led to the swift arrest of Davin Howell. Howell, who has a criminal history including convictions for willful child abuse in 2014 and aggravated battery on a pregnant victim in 2015, was apprehended on May 31, 2022. He was charged with second-degree murder with a weapon and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Howell was booked into the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center and held without bond. The case against Howell is ongoing, with prosecutors building their case based on the surveillance footage, witness testimonies, and forensic evidence collected from the crime scene.
The death of Artavious Demetrius McDugle has left a significant impact on his community. Known for his entrepreneurial spirit, McDugle was a respected figure in Miami. His untimely death has sparked conversations about gun violence and the need for stronger community support systems. As the legal proceedings continue, McDugle's family and friends are seeking justice for his senseless murder, hoping that the case will bring some closure and highlight the importance of addressing the root causes of violence in their neighborhood.
