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NewsABC Action News (WFTS) — NewsJuly 29, 2026Pinellas

Second suspect in Childs Park YMCA shooting surrenders to police

Jeremiah Peterson, 18, has turned himself in to the St. Petersburg Police Department in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred at the Childs Park YMCA on July 22. The incident, which involved an attempted gun purchase, resulted in the death of one 18-year-old and the arrest of another suspect, My'Kiese Johnson.

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Why It Matters

This incident involves a fatal shooting at a public community facility, resulting in charges for two individuals following a failed transaction.

Key Facts

  • Jeremiah Peterson, 18, turned himself in to police on July 29.
  • Peterson is charged with felony murder.
  • The shooting occurred inside a bathroom at the Childs Park YMCA on July 22.
  • The incident involved an attempt by two individuals from Clearwater to purchase a gun.
  • One 18-year-old victim died from gunshot wounds sustained during the incident.
  • My'Kiese Johnson, 18, was also arrested and charged with felony murder.
  • Johnson sustained a gunshot wound to the face during the exchange.
  • Police responded to the scene at 691 43rd St. S. shortly after 2 p.m. on July 22.

Who's Mentioned

personJeremiah Peterson“18-year-old suspect who turned himself in on charges of felony murder.”locationChilds Park YMCA“The site of the shooting incident.”organizationSt. Pete Police Department“The law enforcement agency investigating the shooting.”personMy'Kiese Johnson“18-year-old suspect arrested and charged with felony murder.”location691 43rd St. S.“The address of the Childs Park YMCA.”