Three suspects arrested in connection to 2024 Ocala murder, police say

Ocala police arrest three men accused of fatally shooting 24-year-old Derrick Brown Jr. inside a home on NE 8th Terrace in June 2024.

By Kathy Dugan February 5, 2025 12:55 pm

ContributedOcala Police DepartmentThe Ocala Police Department released mugshots of Blayze Jurrien White, 22, Fredrick Bernard Lowe, 21, and Zayshawn Lee Lamar Webb, 18, who were arrested in connection to the June 2024 murder of Derrick Brown Jr. in Ocala, FL.

OCALA, FL (352today.com) – The Ocala Police Department (OPD) announced the arrest of three individuals in connection to the June 2024 murder of 24-year-old Derrick Brown Jr.

Detective Thomas arrested Blayze Jurrien White, 22, Fredrick Bernard Lowe, 21, and Zayshawn Lee Lamar Webb, 18, authorities said.

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The three suspects face charges related to Brown’s fatal shooting, which occurred inside a residence in the 2800 block of NE 8th Terrace in Ocala.

Police did not immediately release details on a possible motive or the circumstances leading to the shooting. Authorities continue to investigate the case.

Anyone with additional information is urged to contact OPD.

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