Conflict between two south Alabama rival gangs lead to Pier Park shooting
Two juveniles and an adult are now behind bars following a shootout in the middle of a large crowd at Pier Park.
The shooting incident occurred on March 28, 2025, around 9 P.M. at Pier Park in the middle of large crowds during spring break. Three people were wounded in the gun battle.
Panama City Beach Police Department has confirmed that the initial investigations have indicated that the shooting incident stemmed from a conflict between two rival gangs originating from the Dothan, Alabama area.
“Following an extensive investigation, including witness interviews, review of video surveillance, intelligence gathering, and coordination with the Dothan Police Department, three suspects have been apprehended and charged,” police said.
18-year-old Kevin Tyrone Moore, from Dothan, AL, was charged with three counts of Attempted Homicide. 15-year-old Jamarion Lamont Baker, from Dothan, AL, was charged with Attempted Homicide. Moore and Baker were arrested by the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force with the assistance of the Dothan Police Department.
17-year-old Avaggin Ahmad Brown, from Troy, AL, was charged with Possession of a Firearm by a Minor, Possesion of a Controlled Substance (Cannabis, approximately 68 grams), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Brown voluntarily surrendered to authorities in Troy, Alabama.
“All suspects are currently being held in Alabama pending extradition to Bay County, Florida,” police added.
This investigation remains active and additional arrests are anticipated. Anyone with further information regarding this incident is strongly encouraged to contact the Panama City Beach Police Department at (850) 233-5000 immediately.
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