Yanirah Davis : “Women Charged After 11-Year-Old Shot in Atlantic City”

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The Atlantic City Police Department has announced the arrests of two suspects following the shooting of an 11-year-old boy on North Rhode Island Avenue. Yanirah Davis, 22, of Galloway, and Yontay Cooper, 33, of Egg Harbor Township, were identified as the suspects who arrived armed with a hammer and a handgun after a prior altercation. They smashed a vehicle’s window and fired shots at a group, resulting in a stray bullet hitting the child. Both suspects face multiple charges, including aggravated assault and endangering the welfare of a child. The investigation received support from Egg Harbor Township, Pleasantville, and Galloway Township police departments.

The Scene of the Crime

The unfortunate incident took place on the night of May 25, 2024, at around 10:26 PM on North Rhode Island Avenue in Atlantic City. This bustling street, usually filled with the sounds of laughter and chatter, was suddenly disrupted by the sound of gunshots that echoed through the night.

The Victim

Among the chaos was an 11-year-old boy who fell victim to the senseless violence that unfolded that night. Found with a gunshot wound, he was quickly attended to by responding officers who provided him with immediate aid before rushing him to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, City Division. Thankfully, his injuries were deemed non-life-threatening, but the emotional scars left by the incident are immeasurable.

The Suspects

The perpetrators behind this heinous act were identified as Yanirah Davis, a 22-year-old resident of Galloway, NJ, and Yontay Cooper, a 33-year-old individual from Egg Harbor Township, NJ. Armed with a hammer and a handgun, the two women arrived at the scene following a prior altercation, leading to a chain of events that would forever change the lives of those involved.

The Investigation

Through a thorough investigation, it was uncovered that Davis and Cooper smashed a vehicle’s window and fired shots at a group of individuals, resulting in the stray bullet that found its way into a nearby residence, striking the innocent child. The swift action of law enforcement agencies led to the apprehension of the suspects on May 26, with Davis being taken into custody by Pleasantville police and Cooper by an Egg Harbor Township police officer.

The Charges

As the legal process unfolds, Davis and Cooper are facing a slew of charges, including ten counts of aggravated assault, unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, endangering the welfare of a child, and conspiracy. The severity of their actions will undoubtedly be met with the full force of the law as justice seeks to bring closure to the community.

Gratitude Extended

In the wake of this tragedy, the Atlantic City Police Department extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Egg Harbor Township, Pleasantville, and Galloway Township police departments for their unwavering support and collaboration throughout the investigation. It is through such teamwork and dedication that justice can be served and peace can be restored to a community shaken by senseless violence.