Boynton Beach Shooting Leaves One Dead, Five Injured; Police Investigate Isolated Incident

In the early hours of Sunday, January 19, 2025, a tragic shooting occurred in Boynton Beach, Florida, resulting in one fatality and five injuries. The Boynton Beach Police Department (BBPD) responded to multiple reports of gunfire around 1:40 a.m. near the 500 block of NE 2nd Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered five individuals with gunshot wounds; a sixth victim later sought medical attention independently.

The victims were promptly transported to local hospitals. Tragically, 31-year-old Davon Wood of Fort Lauderdale succumbed to his injuries. One individual remains in critical condition, while the other four sustained non-life-threatening injuries. 

Preliminary investigations suggest that the incident stemmed from an altercation between two individuals during a gathering, leading to the subsequent shooting. Authorities believe this to be an isolated event. 

The incident has understandably caused concern among local residents. Heather House, who lives nearby, expressed her unease, stating, “When he drives people that are in that neighborhood all of them tell him that it’s not a safe neighborhood. So I’m not surprised.” Another resident, Maria, shared her apprehension, saying, “So it’s scary because I like live around here and I mostly come to this park every weekend. It’s scary to know because like six people were shot around this area.”

The BBPD is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting and is appealing to the public for any information that could assist in their inquiries. Community members with relevant details are urged to contact the Boynton Beach Police Department at (561) 732-8116. 

As the investigation progresses, authorities are working diligently to ensure the safety and security of the community, aiming to prevent such incidents in the future.