CHARLOTTE — A man is now facing murder and robbery charges after a deadly encounter that police say started as a violent theft.
Authorities have charged Dontae Jerome Harrison with first-degree murder and robbery with a dangerous weapon in connection with the death of Demarcus Gerald on Dec. 7, 2024.
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According to court documents, Harrison and others conspired to commit the robbery and threatened the victims with a .40 caliber handgun. Investigators say the stolen items included about $500 in cash, clothing, a Louis Vuitton bag, a Neiman Marcus bag, and two ounces of marijuana.
Police say that during the crime, Gerald’s life was put in immediate danger — and prosecutors allege Harrison ultimately killed him “with malice.”
Harrison is being held on the murder charge as the investigation continues.
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