On September 7, 2015, brothers Khasem Yousef, 23, and Faares Yousef, 17, were shot to death while working at their family’s convenience store, Snappy’s Mart, at 559 17th Street West in Palmetto, Florida. The killings occurred between about 2:30 and 2:45 p.m.; a customer who entered shortly afterward found both brothers near the counter, each shot execution-style in the head.
Surveillance footage captured the entire incident, showing the shooter approach the counter as if to make a purchase, pick up items, then open fire. The video also provided a clear view of the suspect’s vehicle. Police identified 25-year-old Devin Chandler as the suspect; Chandler’s mother, Jennifer Chandler, recognized him in the footage and told investigators. Chandler, described as a convicted felon, was arrested on two counts of first-degree murder and armed robbery.
The Yousef family, of Palestinian descent, said the brothers were filling in for vacationing staff that day. The family offered a $10,000 reward in addition to the Crime Stoppers reward.