West Palm Beach, Fla. — A man with the street aliases “TC” and “Boss” has been charged with capital murder following a violent altercation that led to the fatal shooting of 26-year-old Travon Harry Major outside a gas station in the early hours of October 21. The suspect, identified as 41-year-old Timothy Coney, was taken into custody on November 6 and faces serious accusations of first-degree premeditated murder.
The West Palm Beach Police Department reported that the incident transpired around 3:28 a.m. at the Ugas gas station located near Windsor Avenue. According to multiple witnesses, Coney engaged in a heated argument with Major regarding an outstanding debt before brandishing a firearm and opening fire from a white Jeep Rubicon.
Witness accounts reveal that Coney shouted threats, allegedly exclaiming, “You owe me money!” before discharging several rounds from the driver’s side window of his vehicle. Eyewitnesses provided sworn statements identifying Coney as the person responsible, and surveillance footage confirmed his presence at the scene, showing him in distinctive clothing that matched descriptions given by witnesses.
Despite Major being pronounced dead at the scene, investigators worked swiftly to piece together the incident. They tracked the Jeep to a nearby apartment complex and located the clothing Coney wore during the shooting. Although no weapon was recovered, law enforcement officials said that the cumulative evidence—including video recordings, witness testimonies, and vehicle registration—strongly implicates Coney in the crime.
As the investigation continues, Coney remains in custody at the Palm Beach County Jail, where he will await further legal proceedings. The case has raised concerns about violence tied to financial disputes, reflecting broader issues within the community regarding conflict resolution.
Authorities emphasize the importance of community vigilance and cooperation in addressing gun violence and similar crimes. Local police have stressed that incidents like this highlight the need for dialogue about effective conflict de-escalation tactics.
The tragic event has left members of the community shaken, prompting discussions about safety and security in public spaces. As residents seek answers, authorities continue to encourage anyone with additional information about the crime to come forward.