2 teens are now charged with the murder of a brand new father
On November 16, 2025 Marquavis Spencer was arrested on his birthday in Charlotte, NC accused of murdering Derrick Baker, 22. Jamotis Watkins, 18, was arrested in 2024 also charged with murder in the case. Derrick just had a new born baby, making him a new father.
Derrick was murdered in a triple shooting on October 3, 2024 on Tom Hunter Road in Charlotte.
Derrick and 2 other people were shot. One of the shot victims included a juvenile. Derrick died on scene, the other 2 victims were taken to the hospital in stable condition.
Jamotis was arrested on October 17, 2024 charged with murder, assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill/inflict serious injury (2 counts), and attempted murder (2 counts). Marquavis was arrested on his birthday November 17, 2025 charged with murder.
Derrick was arrested in 2019 accused of robbing a Boost Mobile store.
