Timothy Lemon, 33, was shot and killed on May 24, 2024, in southeast Albuquerque. Officers found him with a gunshot wound to the chest and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators reported spent shell casings about fifty yards from where Lemon was found and say he was likely struck by a stray bullet, not the intended target.

The shooting was recorded as the 43rd homicide in the Albuquerque Metro area for 2024. Homicide detectives identified a suspect from witness descriptions and surveillance footage; 24-year-old Davonta Jacob was arrested on May 29, 2024, and charged with an open count of murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

Anyone who knew Timothy, witnessed the shooting, or has information that could help investigators is asked to come forward.