Suspect arrested in 2022 Columbus murder on Sweetwater Drive
Violent Crimes detectives have made an arrest in a 2022 murder on Sweetwater Drive in Columbus.
The murder occurred on February 3, 2022, in the evening hours. Police were called to Sweetwater Drive to find the man shot and injured. Medics treated the man for his injuries.
The man, identified as 23-year-old Amari Conwell, was later pronounced deceased at 8:55 P.M. by an emergency room Doctor at Piedmont Columbus Regional.
Jail records verified 28-year-old Shevonte Joyner was arrested for murder, and other charges on May 30, 2023.
Joyner is scheduled to appear in Recorder’s Court for a preliminary hearing on Friday, June 2, 2023 at 9 a.m. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact Cpl. S. Hayes at 706-225-4268 or [email protected]. Information can also be submitted anonymously via TipSoft.
Related stories
CrimeOPD: Police investigating shooting in Opelika; road closed
Crime & SafetyBREAKING: 16-year-old identified as victim in fatal Troup County shooting; suspect arrested
Crime & Safety68-year-old Alabama murder suspect arrested after struggle with Perry County sheriff
Crime & SafetyArrest made, second suspect sought after 13 shots fired near Lake Martin Beach Club
Crime & SafetyStolen USPS van recovered in Coweta County; suspect arrested after BOLO from Columbus