Watch: Updates Given On Willow Lane Murder Investigation, Arrests

Tuscaloosa AL

16 June, 2021

3:09 PM

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TUSCALOOSA, AL — Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit Captain Marty Sellers gave an update Wednesday on the investigation into the June 11 shooting death of 19-year-old Versaun Leonard at a residence on Willow Lane. Click here to watch the full press conference Justin Demond Jenkins, 21, and Brenygha Edwards, 22 — have been arrested thus for in the investigation and Sellers said three other suspects are currently being sought. Jenkins, a resident of Linden, stands charged with capital murder and was denied bond, while Edwards saw a capital murder charge downgraded to felony murder. Edwards, a Demopolis resident, was given a bond of $80,000. Sellers declined to identified the other three suspects as the investigation moves forward. While a motive has yet to be made public, investigators confirmed that Leonard knew the suspects involved in his murder. Watch the full press conference above and follow Tuscaloosa Patch for updates as they come available. Have a news tip or suggestion on how I can improve Tuscaloosa Patch? Maybe you're interested in having your business become one of the latest sponsors for Tuscaloosa Patch? Email all inquiries to me at [email protected].