Savannah Police Dept. arrests fifth suspect connected to May 18 shooting in Ellis Square

Drew Favakeh, Savannah Morning News
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On Friday, Savannah Police arrested a fifth suspect in connection to the May 18 shooting in Ellis Square, according to Savannah Police Department (SPD) spokesman Neil Penttila.

According to Penttila, Jacorey Porter is charged with four counts of aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during a felony and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

At 11:55 p.m. on May 18, multiple precincts responded to Ellis Square in downtown Savannah, where they discovered multiple people with gunshot wounds. The scene was secured, first aid was provided, and several people were transported to Memorial Health University Medical Center. In all, 11 adults were treated for injuries, including six with gunshot wounds. No deaths have occurred because of the incident.

Savannah Mayor Van Johnson responds to a question from the media as he stands with Police Chief Lenny Gunther during a press conference on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at Savannah City Hall. The press conference was in response to weekend gun violence where 2 were killed and 14 others injured in 5 separate incidents.
Savannah Mayor Van Johnson responds to a question from the media as he stands with Police Chief Lenny Gunther during a press conference on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at Savannah City Hall. The press conference was in response to weekend gun violence where 2 were killed and 14 others injured in 5 separate incidents.

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In a press conference held by City of Savannah Mayor Van Johnson on May 19, Johnson noted that the incident was defined as a “mass shooting,” according to the Gun Violence Archive.

On May 20, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and SPD requested the public’s assistance with the investigation into the shootings.

On May 21, William Anthony Mitchell, 20, was taken into custody and charged with four counts of aggravated assault and four counts of possession of a firearm during commission or attempt to commit certain crimes. On May 30, Savannah Police arrested three suspects in connection to the Ellis Square shooting.

SPD detectives continue to actively investigate the incident.

Drew Favakeh is the public safety and courts reporter for Savannah Morning News. You can reach him at AFavakeh@Gannett.com.

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