AKRON, Ohio – A man from Akron, Ohio has been sentenced to 11 to 16.5 years in prison for his involvement in an aggravated robbery that resulted in the shooting death of 21-year-old Tyreaye Carter in December of 2020, according to the Summit County Prosecutor’s Office.
The victim was shot multiple times and had his jewelry stolen while sitting in a car. The prosecutor’s office identified Kashmair Mingo, Javion Rankin, and Dorell Davis as the three suspects involved in the shooting and robbery.
Following a trial in December 2023, Davis, 24, was found guilty of aggravated robbery and sentenced to 11 to 16.5 years in prison. Mingo, 24, is currently serving a life sentence after being found guilty of murder with a gun specification, aggravated robbery with a gun specification, obstructing justice, and having a weapon under disability. Rankin, on the other hand, received a three-year community control sentence after being found guilty of a separate robbery that occurred the day after the aggravated robbery and murder. However, he is currently out of prison and is on 24-7 monitoring.
The prosecutor’s office detailed the charges Rankin faced in relation to the aggravated robbery and murder, which included aggravated murder with a gun specification, two counts of murder with gun specifications, aggravated robbery with a gun specification, and having a weapon under disability.
The sentencing of the individuals involved in this tragic incident serves as a reminder of the impact of violent crimes on communities and families. The prosecution’s unwavering commitment to seeking justice for the victim and their loved ones is evident in the pursuit of appropriate legal action against the perpetrators.
The outcome of this case also underscores the importance of collaborative efforts between law enforcement, the judicial system, and the community in addressing and preventing violent crimes. The community’s involvement in providing information and support to law enforcement has played a vital role in holding those responsible for such crimes accountable.