Devontae Lawson, 45, was found shot to death in St. Petersburg, Florida, on March 3, 2023. Police say the shooting followed an argument between Lawson and 41-year-old Tyrone Anthony Walker. Lawson’s body was discovered in an alley in the 4500 block of 21st Avenue South after officers were called to the area about 3:30 p.m.

St. Petersburg detectives, with assistance from the Tampa Police Department, located and arrested Walker in Tampa. He was charged with second-degree murder and booked into custody. Lawson’s death is being described as the result of gun violence; reports indicate the body was dumped in the alley after the shooting.

If anyone saw Lawson or the men involved, or has information about the dispute that led to this killing, please come forward to the investigators handling the case.