Altonio Dunston, a 40-year-old African American male, was found dead inside a home in South Apopka, Florida, on January 1, 2020. He was discovered with gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene. This tragic incident occurred at 520 W. Ella J. Gilmore Street, a location that had already seen violence just days before. On December 30, 2019, Ahmad Alonzo Davis, a 19-year-old, was also found fatally shot at a nearby location.
The close timing and proximity of these deaths raised concerns among the local community and law enforcement.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation into Dunston's death, suspecting it to be a targeted act of violence rather than a random incident. This suspicion was further supported by another fatal shooting at the same residence just days later. On January 4, 2020, Maurice Bridges, a 42-year-old, was shot and later died from his injuries. The series of shootings prompted the Sheriff's Office to increase patrols and implement a law enforcement saturation plan in the area to ensure the safety of residents.
In connection with these incidents, Markese Mosely McNeil, 21, was arrested and charged with accessory after the fact of first-degree murder with a firearm and destruction of evidence related to the death of Ahmad Alonzo Davis. However, the investigation into Altonio Dunston's death continued, with law enforcement urging anyone with information to come forward. The community was deeply affected by these events, and the Sheriff's Office emphasized the importance of community cooperation in solving these crimes.
The investigation into Altonio Dunston's murder remains ongoing, with authorities seeking any leads that could help bring justice to his family. The series of violent acts in such a short period highlighted the need for increased vigilance and community support in addressing and preventing further violence in the area.
