Kingston man, 20, charged with murder of 'Bull' in downtown shooting
Brandon Dawson, 20, faces murder and four other charges after businessman Akeem 'Bull' Carthy was shot dead on East Queen Street on October 31.
Downtown Kingston shooting: Dawson charged over death of Akeem 'Bull' Carthy
A 20-year-old Kingston man has been charged with murder and four additional offences following the fatal shooting of businessman Akeem Carthy, known as 'Bull', on East Queen Street near Maiden Lane in downtown Kingston on Saturday, October 31, jamaica-gleaner.com reports.
The accused, Brandon Dawson of North Street, Kingston 14, faces charges of murder, conspiracy to murder, unauthorised possession of a prohibited weapon, unauthorised possession of ammunition, and using a firearm to commit a felony.
According to Central Police, Dawson and several associates allegedly conspired to kill Carthy. Dawson, together with three other men travelling on two motorcycles, rode to the location where Carthy ran his business.
Dawson allegedly dismounted from one of the motorcycles, produced a firearm and opened fire, striking Carthy in the head. Carthy was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators subsequently apprehended Dawson, who reportedly admitted to his role in the incident. He later provided a caution statement to police in the presence of his attorney.
Dawson has since been formally charged, and a court date is being finalised.
Source: Google News JM — Crime