– Sarasota man shooting incident
– Auburn Brian Battie brother killed.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
In a tragic incident that shocked the Sarasota community, a local man has been arrested for his involvement in a shooting that injured former USF and Auburn football player Brian Battie and resulted in the death of his brother, Tommie Battie. The suspect, identified as Daryl Brookins, 28, was taken into custody on Wednesday following the incident that took place in the Tallywood Centre Plaza parking lot.
Details of the Shooting
According to reports, the shooting occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning near a hookah lounge in Sarasota. Brian Battie sustained a gunshot wound to the head and was in critical condition, while his brother, Tommie, tragically succumbed to a gunshot wound to the chest at the scene of the incident. Three other individuals were also injured in the shooting and were rushed to hospitals in Manatee and Sarasota counties for treatment.
Arrest and Investigation
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office conducted a thorough investigation into the shooting, which led to the identification of Daryl Brookins as the prime suspect. Security footage from the area showed Brookins leaning against a nearby business window, with the Battie brothers approaching him before shots were fired. In the ensuing exchange of gunfire, both parties sustained injuries.
Following tips from Crime Stoppers, Brookins was identified and located by law enforcement. His abandoned car was found at the scene of the shooting, further linking him to the crime. Detectives utilised Brookins’ driver’s license photo and social media videos to confirm his identity as the suspect. It was revealed that Brookins had four prior felony convictions, adding to the severity of the charges against him.
Charges and Legal Proceedings
On Wednesday, Daryl Brookins was formally charged with murder, attempted murder, and being a felon in possession of a firearm. He was promptly taken into custody and is now awaiting legal proceedings related to the shooting incident. The Sarasota community remains in shock and mourning over the tragic events that unfolded in their neighbourhood.
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