Devonte Jamal Jones, a 21-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on March 14, 2018, in Henderson, North Carolina. On that fateful day, Henderson police officers responded to a shooting incident at 227 Harrell Street. Upon arrival, they discovered two individuals, Tyheem Shabazz Person, 27, and Dyrel Jermal Kittrell, 28, dead from gunshot wounds. Devonte Jamal Jones was found injured and was immediately transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries, marking a devastating end to his young life.
The investigation into the shooting revealed that Antarious Harrington, a 23-year-old male, was responsible for the heinous act. Harrington was already serving time in a North Carolina Department of Corrections facility for an unrelated crime when he was charged with the murders of Devonte Jamal Jones, Tyheem Shabazz Person, and Dyrel Jermal Kittrell. The authorities worked tirelessly for almost a year to bring Harrington to justice, and on February 13, 2019, he was formally charged with the triple homicide.
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and the case continues to be under investigation. The Henderson Police Department, along with the State Bureau of Investigations, has urged anyone with information related to the case to come forward. The community has been deeply affected by the violence, and local officials have been working to address the concerns of residents and find ways to curb the rising violence in the area. The tragic loss of Devonte Jamal Jones, along with the other victims, serves as a stark reminder of the impact of gun violence on communities and the importance of continued efforts to ensure justice and safety for all.
