Timothy Lemon, a 33-year-old man from Albuquerque, New Mexico, tragically lost his life on May 24, 2024, in a shooting incident in southeast Albuquerque. The Albuquerque Police Department responded to the scene, where they found Lemon with a gunshot wound to the chest. Despite efforts to save him, Lemon was pronounced dead at the scene.
The investigation revealed that Lemon was likely struck by a stray bullet.
Police discovered spent bullet casings approximately fifty yards away from where Lemon was found, suggesting he was not the intended target of the shooting. This incident marked the 43rd homicide in the Albuquerque Metro area for the year 2024.
Following an intensive investigation, police arrested 24-year-old Davonta Jacob on May 29, 2024, in connection with Lemon's death. Jacob was charged with an open count of murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Homicide detectives were able to identify Jacob based on witness descriptions and surveillance footage from the area.
The arrest of Davonta Jacob brought some closure to the case, but the loss of Timothy Lemon left a significant impact on the community. Gun violence continues to be a pressing issue in Albuquerque, with Lemon's death serving as a stark reminder of its devastating consequences.
