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By Police News Team
Boca Raton Tribune – March 13, 2025
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BOYNTON BEACH, FL – The Boynton Beach Police Department (BBPD) is actively investigating an overnight shooting that left one person dead and five others injured.
Incident Details
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The shooting occurred around 1:40 a.m. on January 21, 2025, near the 500 Block of NE 2nd Street in Boynton Beach. BBPD officers responded to multiple 911 calls and arrived at the scene to find five individuals with gunshot wounds. Boynton Beach Fire Rescue transported the victims to local hospitals. A sixth victim later arrived at an emergency center by self-transport.
Victim Information
- Davon Wood (3/21/1993) – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Deceased
- James Laurent (3/15/1988) – Lake Worth, FL – Remains in the hospital in stable condition
- Josue Jean (9/25/1990) – Boynton Beach, FL – Remains in the hospital in stable condition
- Keith Clemons (8/24/1986) – Port St. Lucie, FL – Released from the hospital
- Derrick Dorsonne (1/19/2001) – Delray Beach, FL – Released from the hospital
- Jephte Matilus (8/10/1992) – Delray Beach, FL – Released from the hospital
Investigation Update
The initial investigation indicates that the shooting resulted from an altercation between two individuals at a gathering. Detectives believe this to be an isolated incident.
On March 13, 2025, BBPD investigators announced that Davon Wood appears to have been the primary aggressor in the incident. Based on evidence, witness statements, and information gathered during the investigation, the case meets the criteria for Florida’s Stand Your Ground Law. However, the investigation remains active, and detectives continue to seek additional information.
Public Assistance Request
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Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Boynton Beach Police Department at 561-732-8116.
Contact Information
For further details, media inquiries can be directed to:
- Chelsea Sanabia – Public Safety PIO
- Phone: 561-742-6191 / Cell: 561-436-4806
- Email: [email protected]
BBPD Leadership
- Chief of Police: Joe DeGiulio
- Deputy Chief: Matthew Zeller
- Assistant Chiefs: John Bonafair and Jack Dale
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