In the late hours of a Sunday evening in Jackson, Mississippi, a dispute escalated into a tragedy that claimed the lives of two brothers. On August 22, 2021, 40-year-old David Summerall was fatally shot in the face, an event that marked the city's 94th homicide of the year. His death was not an isolated incident; his brother, Thomas Summerall, 43, was also shot and killed at the scene, struck by a single bullet to the head. The violent encounter unfolded around 9:30 p.m. at 369 E.
Fortification Street.
Investigators quickly determined that the deadly shooting stemmed from a fight over a woman. The aftermath of the brothers' deaths saw a swift development in the case. Two individuals, Leodisa Davis and Glenn Stevens, were identified as suspects. In a surprising turn, both Davis and Stevens surrendered to Jackson Police Chief James Davis at the police headquarters at approximately 3:00 a.m. the following Monday.
Following their surrender, Leodisa Davis and Glenn Stevens were taken into custody. They were subsequently charged in connection with the murders of David and Thomas Summerall. During their initial court appearance, a municipal court judge denied bond for both suspects, ensuring they would remain in custody as the legal process moved forward. David Summerall was remembered as a father and grandfather who enjoyed basketball, music, and making people laugh. He was a hardworking man who was loved by his family.
