Updated on 05-13-21 at8:51 a.m.
As a result of the investigation, additional information came to light and the charge against Damien Knight has been changed from manslaughter to 2nd Degree murder.
Released on 05-12-21 at 9:28 a.m.
Tuesday evening, May 11, at 7 p.m., Police responded to a call of a suspicious death at 3460 24th Avenue South, Apt. 22. They found Richard John Trembly (DOB: 04-22-1963), deceased in his bedroom. He suffered apparent head trauma.
After investigating, detectives arrested his roommate, Damien Knight, (DOB 8-4-1965) AKA Craig Hammerly, and charged him with manslaughter just before midnight. His booking photo is attached.
Investigators determined the two men had a physical altercation leading to Trembly's injuries and death.
Damien Knight
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