Arrested:Jamel Walker DOB 1/15/1989
Police just arrested Jamal Walker for 2nd degree murder for the homicide of Aesha Kendrick.
He also faces attempted murder for shooting at the vehicle on 45th St. S. this morning.
Please note the correct spelling of the victim’s name is Aesha Kendrick.
Previously released
Police are on the scene of a shooting at 2000 45st South, in the Twin Brooks neighborhood.
Here is the preliminary information we have so far that is subject to change with further investigation.
Shortly after 10a.m., man shot at a passing truck.
Across the street, an innocent bystander, a 38 year old woman, was on her porch and was struck by a bullet.She died of her injuries later at the hospital.
Victim: Aesha Kendrick DOB 9-14-80.
There were multiple people in the house, including several children, but no one else was hurt.
Police have located the pickup truck that was shot at.
We have no suspect information to release at this time.
Previously released
Shooting Investigation
Police are on the scene of a shooting at 2000 45st South.
A woman was shot and she is hospitalized with serious injuries.
PIO headed to the scene.Please head west on 20th Ave. south from 49th St. and PIO will meet you there.
St. Petersburg Police Media Relations - (727) 893-7550
YOLANDA FERNANDEZ - Public Information Officer