The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest of 18-year-old Jeremy Marshall in connection with last month’s fatal shooting at Albany State University.
Marshall, a resident of Albany, now faces three counts of aggravated assault and three counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. He remains in custody at the Dougherty County Jail as the investigation continues.
The Details: On October 19, 2024, Albany State University’s Homecoming Weekend turned deadly when gunfire erupted near a campus concert. The shooting occurred around 8:50 p.m., sending shockwaves through the crowded area and leading to a rapid law enforcement response.
Just The Facts:
• Five individuals were struck by gunfire, and one was killed.
• De’Marion Tashawn Daniels, a 19-year-old from Newnan, Georgia, was the lone fatality. Daniels was not a student at the university.
• Among the injured were:
• A 13-year-old girl from Albany, who sustained a gunshot wound.
• A 17-year-old local high school student with a gunshot wound.
• A 16-year-old local high school student, also shot.
• A 20-year-old woman who was grazed by a bullet.
• A sixth individual, a woman who attempted to flee the scene, was injured but was not shot.
The Aftermath: Following the shooting, the Albany State University Police Department, aided by other law enforcement agencies, locked down the campus and searched for suspects. The GBI joined the investigation later that evening, ultimately leading to Marshall’s arrest nearly two weeks later.
In Context: This shooting marks one of several incidents that have rattled Georgia universities during high-profile campus events. With community tensions rising over public safety concerns, the Albany State University incident underscores the challenges of securing large gatherings, particularly those associated with homecomings and other popular celebrations.
👮♂️ Gun Crimes in Our Communities: Here are statistics from The Gun Violence Archive, a non-profit meticulously tracking gun incidents.
2023 Statistics:
- Total gun-related incidents: 39,135
- Gun-related deaths (excluding suicides): 18,874
- Gun-related injuries: 36,357
- Mass shootings: 656
2022 Statistics:
- Total gun-related incidents: 42,064
- Gun-related deaths (excluding suicides): 20,200
- Gun-related injuries: 38,500
- Mass shootings: 647
While firearm deaths and injuries saw a slight decline compared to previous years, mass shootings continued to rise, with 2023 surpassing 650 incidents. This underscores the continued severity of gun violence in the U.S.
To Be Clear: These aren’t just digits on a page. Each statistic represents a life affected, a community shaken.
⚠️ Reminder: Crime articles contain only charges and information from police reports and law enforcement statements. Suspects and defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
