John Davern, a 19-year-old male from Pittsburgh, PA, tragically died on October 21, 2016. He was found shot multiple times in a vacant lot in Homewood, Pittsburgh, the following morning. The investigation revealed that John had been lured to the location under the pretense of a marijuana deal.
An 18-year-old suspect, Floyd Beard, was arrested in connection with John's death.
Beard turned himself in at the Zone 5 police station on January 23, 2017, after a warrant was issued for his arrest. He was charged with criminal homicide, robbery, and carrying a firearm without a license. Beard later pleaded guilty to third-degree murder and other related charges.
The case drew significant attention due to the circumstances surrounding John's death and the subsequent investigation. His family expressed frustration with the slow progress of the investigation and took it upon themselves to uncover crucial evidence. Despite the guilty plea, some questions remain unanswered, and the family continues to seek justice for John.
John's death was a tragic loss, and the legal proceedings that followed highlighted the complexities and challenges of the criminal justice system in such cases.
