In May of 2017, the life of 23-year-old Jonathan Grumble of Buffalo, New York, was tragically cut short. His body was discovered in a vacant lot at the corner of Quincy and Ashley streets, the victim of a fatal shooting. An investigation into the young man's death would uncover a harrowing tale of kidnapping and murder, leading to the arrests of two men.
Investigators identified Tevin McCutcheon, then 23, and Matthew Schunk, then 53, as the individuals responsible for Grumble's demise.
McCutcheon was pinpointed as the gunman who ultimately took Jonathan Grumble's life. The investigation revealed that both men were involved in the kidnapping that preceded the murder. While the specific details of the abduction and the motive behind the violent acts remain somewhat opaque in public accounts, the roles of the two perpetrators became clearer as the legal process unfolded.
Tevin McCutcheon faced the more severe charges, including second-degree murder, kidnapping, and criminal possession of a weapon. After an eight-day bench trial, a judge found him guilty of murder and weapon possession. For his role in the brutal slaying, McCutcheon received a sentence of 25 years to life in prison. His conviction was later upheld on appeal, ensuring he would serve a lengthy sentence for the crime.
Matthew Schunk was initially charged with second-degree murder for his involvement in the incident. However, he later reached a plea agreement with prosecutors. Schunk pleaded guilty to his part in the kidnapping of Jonathan Grumble. In exchange for his plea, he was sentenced to five years in prison. The resolution of the cases against both McCutcheon and Schunk brought a measure of justice for the senseless killing of a young man.
