Florida Murder Homicide Suspects
Former University of Miami football player Avantae Williams, 24, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder following a fatal shooting at McCabe’s Bar in DeLand, Florida. The incident occurred early Saturday morning, May 3, 2025, when a fistfight escalated into gunfire, resulting in the death of 32-year-old Keshod Harris and injuries to a bartender…
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Below is a list of suspects arrested and charged with murder homicide in the state of Florida during the month of July 2024. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Information below is deemed public information and distributed by sheriff offices. and police departments across the state. Alachua County…
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Below is a list of suspects arrested and charged with murder homicide in the state of Florida during the month of June 2024. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Information below is deemed public information and distributed by sheriff offices. and police departments across the state. Alachua County…
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Below is a recap of recent incidents and investigations involving violent crime cross the state of Florida. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty. Tallahassee / Panhandle: Panama City Beach Police Release Details About Bodies Found in Wooded Areas Panama City Beach Police Department identified a body that was discovered off Middle Beach Road,…
A woman was shot and killed in the parking lot of a gas station on Roosevelt Boulevard in the Lakeshore area, next to Fairfax, early Saturday, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. The victim, who appeared to be in her 30’s, was shot outside of a black four-door sedan that was in the parking lot…
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Geno St. Flerose, a member of the “Everybody Eats,” “EBE” gang of Miami, was sentenced to life in prison for multiple charges, including murder in aid of racketeering. According to a statement from the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida, St. Flerose’s charges included murdering a man in aid of racketeering, assaulting…
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Florida Homicide Degrees and Legal Categorization
The laws on homicide in Florida are outlined in Chapter 782 of the Florida Statutes. Homicide includes various illegal killings, which are categorized based on intent, premeditation, and the circumstances surrounding the death. It is important to understand the differences between first-degree murder, second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and manslaughter within the legal framework.
First-degree murder is the most serious form of homicide in Florida. It involves a premeditated killing, which means the perpetrator planned the murder in advance. Additionally, it includes killings that occur during the commission of certain felonies, such as robbery, sexual battery, and kidnapping, under the felony murder rule. The penalties for first-degree murder are the most severe, including life imprisonment without parole or the death penalty.
Second-degree murder lacks the element of premeditation. It involves a killing caused by an act that demonstrates a depraved mind without regard for human life. This means the perpetrator engaged in dangerous behavior that showed a complete disregard for the safety and life of others, resulting in death. Penalties for second-degree murder can include up to life imprisonment but not the death penalty.
Third-degree murder is the killing of a person without the intent to cause death while committing or attempting to commit a non-violent felony. This classification involves unintended deaths that occur during the commission of certain non-violent felonies. The penalties for third-degree murder are less severe than for first and second-degree murder, with a maximum of 15 years imprisonment.
Manslaughter is categorized into two types: voluntary and involuntary. Voluntary manslaughter occurs in the heat of passion or during a sudden quarrel, where the perpetrator did not have prior intent to kill. Involuntary manslaughter, also known as criminally negligent homicide, involves unintentional killing resulting from reckless or negligent actions. Penalties for manslaughter vary, with voluntary manslaughter typically carrying more severe sentences than involuntary manslaughter.
Florida’s homicide laws differentiate between various degrees of illegal killings based on factors like intent, premeditation, and the nature of the act. First-degree murder is premeditated or occurs during specific felonies, second-degree murder involves a depraved mind, third-degree murder occurs during non-violent felonies, and manslaughter covers killings without intent or resulting from negligence. Each classification carries distinct penalties reflecting the severity and circumstances of the crime.