LYNCBURG, Va. – The LPD announced that they had made an arrest in connection with a shooting that killed 36-year-old Anthony Dwight Davis, on Oct. 1.
The LPD arrested 22-year-old Kevin Brown Jr. of Amherst and he has been charged with the following:
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- Murder
- Use of a firearm
- Reckless handling of a firearm
- Shooting into an occupied vehicle
- Discharge of a firearm in public
Brown is currently being held in the Blue Ridge Regional Jail without bond. In addition to Brown’s arrest arrest warrants have been issued for 20-year-old Jayon Phelps of Lynchburg and 23-year-old Shamont Hawkins, in connection with the incident.
The arrest warrants have been issued for the following:
- Murder
- Use of a firearm in commission of a felony
- Shooting into an occupied vehicle
- Discharge of a firearm in public
- Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon
LPD says the investigation remains ongoing.
A 36-year-old man is dead following an overnight shooting in Lynchburg, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.
Authorities said it happened at about 12:37 a.m. in the 100 block of Water Gate Drive.
After arriving at the scene, officers found a man who had been shot. The victim, 36-year-old Anthony Dwight Davis, later died as a result of his injuries despite life-saving measures, authorities said.
The Lynchburg Police Department is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Owen at 434-455-6060 or Crime Stoppers at 888-798-5900. You can enter an anonymous tip online at http://p3tips.com, use the P3 app on a mobile device, or text CVCS to 738477 to receive a link to our anonymous tip form. Message frequency varies. Message & data rates may apply. Text HELP for help and STOP to cancel. P3 Terms and Privacy Policy.
This investigation is active and ongoing.
