New affidavit reveals possible motive after 17-year-old accused of killing 2 men in DeLand
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New affidavit reveals possible motive after 17-year-old accused of killing 2 men in DeLand

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Key Points:

  • Keyan Jayden Rundell, 17, was arrested for the fatal shooting of Dustin Rose and Samson Campbell in DeLand, Florida, and faces two counts of second-degree murder; his father, Daytron W. Etkins, was arrested as an accessory after the fact.
  • An affidavit suggests the shooting may have been triggered by a drug deal robbery attempt, with Rundell allegedly claiming he shot the victims in self-defense after they tried to rob him behind the Athens Theatre.
  • Surveillance footage and witness statements indicate Rundell was seen manipulating a weapon before the shooting, appeared to have been pepper sprayed, and was observed burning clothing potentially linked to the crime.
  • Etkins is accused of helping Rundell by retrieving the firearm used in the shooting and obstructing the investigation; his bond was set at $100,000 with restrictions including no contact with his son or witnesses.
  • Investigators continue to gather evidence, including phone records and witness interviews, while Rundell remains in juvenile detention awaiting further court proceedings.

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