Brunswick shooting investigation leads to sixth arrest after victim's death

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and the Brunswick Police Department have arrested a sixth suspect in connection with an October 12, 2026, shooting in Brunswick, Georgia. Braylon Johnson, 18, was apprehended in Jacksonville, Florida, and faces charges including burglary, criminal attempt to commit robbery, possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime, and making false statements.

The investigation follows the death of 19-year-old Daequan Lawrence, who succumbed to injuries sustained during the incident on October 16.

Five previous suspects were arrested on October 12: Kassidy Allen, 19; Ziquel Easton, 24; Jordan Franklin, 17; Brianna Scott, 18; and Caleb Thomas, 18. Charges against these individuals include aggravated assault, burglary, criminal attempt to commit robbery, possession of a firearm, and various drug and evidence tampering charges.