Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. St. Paul teen shooting case
2. East Side alley shooting incident

A St. Paul teenager has pleaded guilty to the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old in an East Side alley, receiving a 10½-year prison sentence as part of a plea deal with Ramsey County prosecutors. J’veon Jamauri Brown, who was 16 at the time of the shooting, admitted to shooting Antwan Calvin Watson four times and reenacting the encounter at Johnson High School. Brown was charged with second-degree intentional murder and second-degree unintentional murder while committing a robbery. The incident occurred in October 2022, with Brown being arrested the next morning with a loaded handgun. He initially denied involvement but later confessed to the crime.

St. Paul Teen Admits to Fatal Shooting of 16-Year-Old in East Side Alley

A tragic incident unfolded in St. Paul when a 16-year-old teenager, J’veon Jamauri Brown, admitted in court to the fatal shooting of another 16-year-old, Antwan Calvin Watson. The incident took place in an East Side alley in 2022, sending shockwaves through the community.

Details of the Incident

The harrowing incident occurred in the 1000 block of York Avenue in St. Paul. It was reported to the authorities at 12:25 p.m. on October 10, 2022. Residents in the area heard gunshots and discovered Watson on the ground with four gunshot wounds, two of which were in his chest. Tragically, Watson succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

Witnesses reported seeing three males walking in the alley before the gunshots rang out. One of the individuals fled the scene, leaving behind spent 9-mm casings and live ammunition near Watson’s body. The community was left reeling from the senseless act of violence.

Identification of the Shooter

During the investigation, two individuals came forward and identified “JB,” later identified as J’veon Jamauri Brown, as the perpetrator. Brown, who was a student at Johnson High School, was captured on school surveillance footage reenacting the shooting for his fellow students. His brazen actions shocked those who witnessed the footage.

Further evidence came to light when a 15-year-old witness revealed that he was present during the shooting. According to the witness, Brown pointed a gun at Watson and fired, leading to the tragic outcome. The witness also disclosed that Brown had sent a chilling message through social media after the incident.

Arrest and Confession

Authorities swiftly arrested Brown the following morning in downtown St. Paul. He was apprehended near Fifth and Minnesota streets with a loaded 9-mm Glock handgun in his possession. Initially denying any involvement in the shooting, Brown eventually confessed to the crime after being presented with incriminating evidence.

During his interview with investigators, Brown claimed that he acted in self-defense, believing that Watson and the 15-year-old were planning to rob him. However, his actions resulted in a tragic loss of life, leaving a community in mourning.

Legal Proceedings and Sentencing

After reaching a plea deal with Ramsey County prosecutors, Brown pleaded guilty to second-degree unintentional murder. As part of the agreement, he will serve a 10½-year prison sentence. The plea deal also included the dismissal of two pending juvenile felony theft cases against Brown, marking the end of a harrowing legal battle.

Sentencing for J’veon Jamauri Brown has been scheduled for June 12, where the full weight of his actions will be addressed in a court of law. The community continues to grapple with the aftermath of this tragic incident, seeking closure and justice for the victim, Antwan Calvin Watson.