Suspect in custody after Arcadia Lake mass shooting
KOCO • • general
Key Points:
- An 18-year-old suspect, Jaylan Davis, was arrested Wednesday in connection with the mass shooting at Arcadia Lake in Edmond, Oklahoma, where one person died and 22 others were injured; charges against Davis have been upgraded to felony murder.
- The shooting occurred on May 3 during a party at the Scissortail Campground pavilion and was reportedly sparked by a fight between rival gang members, with at least 80 rounds fired.
- Police recovered weapons and ammunition at Davis' home that matched those used in the shooting, and at least one other suspect remains at large.
- The deceased victim was identified as 18-year-old high school senior Avianna Smith-Gray, and the youngest injured victim was 15 years old; several victims remain hospitalized.
- Oklahoma County District Attorney Vicki Behenna emphasized the importance of a thorough investigation to ensure accountability, noting that a conviction for first-degree felony murder could result in life imprisonment or life without parole.
