Seventh suspect arrested, charged with murder in Jan. 23, 2023 shooting

June 24, 2023

Case #: 2023-000682

Kobe Brooks, 19, who had an outstanding warrant for second-degree murder and robbery in connection with a shooting on 10th Avenue W., turned himself into the Bradenton Police Department on the evening of Friday, June 23. Brooks is the seventh suspect arrested and charged with murder in this case.

According to Bradenton Police detectives, on January 23, 2023, the suspects arrived at a home in the 100 block of 10th Ave. W. to commit an armed robbery. During the robbery, the suspects opened fire. More than 60 rounds were fired, striking three victims. One of the victims, a 23-year-old man, succumbed to his injuries on January 31. The victims’ identities are not being released, per Marsy’s Law.

The following individuals are in custody and charged with armed robbery and murder:

• Tyreak Allen, 20

• Mekhi Booker, 18

• Dorian Brooks, 24

• Kevion Brooks, 22

• Kobe Brooks, 19

• Shamar Mobley, 20

• Jerome Williams, 20

The investigation is ongoing. If you have information about this case, contact the Bradenton Police Department at 941-932-9300. To remain anonymous and eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000, submit tips to Crime Stoppers at manateecrimestoppers.com or via the Florida Crime Stoppers app. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 866-634-8477 (TIPS).

Kobe Brooks, 6/24/23, Manatee County Jail