Two arrests have been made in connection with a Port St. Lucie shooting that left a 19-year-old in grave condition Saturday evening in St. Lucie West. A third suspect remains at large and is considered dangerous.
Shooting on NW St. Lucie West Boulevard
The shooting occurred around 6:36 p.m. Saturday in the 1600 block of NW St. Lucie West Boulevard. Two victims — Antoine Myers, 19, and Jermonti Johnson, 19 — were both shot inside a white Tesla. For more details on this incident, see the shooting on NW St. Lucie West Blvd. Both victims are from Georgia and were visiting the Fort Pierce area at the time.
Myers suffered a gunshot wound to the head and is in grave condition. Johnson suffered a gunshot wound to the abdomen and is expected to make a recovery.
How the Incident Began
The incident began as a business transaction at a Walmart in Fort Pierce. The victims contacted the suspects over cell phones, asking them to buy and activate phones on their behalf. The suspects decided they did not want to be involved and instead chose to rob the victims of their money and phones.
A female suspect drove the other suspects from Fort Pierce to Port St. Lucie and from the scene of the shooting. This case is similar to a recent shooting and robbery investigation at a Port St. Lucie McDonald’s, highlighting ongoing concerns about such incidents in the area.
Suspects Arrested Overnight
Port St. Lucie Police Department police arrested two people overnight:
- Maratravious Aaron Blue Jr., 19 — charged with attempted second-degree murder, robbery with a firearm, and grand theft. Blue has a prior criminal history that includes burglary.
- Charlett Nylay Key, 18 — the driver, charged with robbery with a firearm, obstruction of justice, and accessory after the fact for attempted murder. Key has no prior criminal history.
Third Suspect Remains at Large
Norrien Morris Casminski, 18, is wanted for attempted second-degree murder, robbery with a firearm, and grand theft. Casminski has a prior criminal history that includes burglary, grand theft, and violation of probation.
Police consider Casminski dangerous and potentially armed, as the firearm used in the shooting has not been recovered. Anyone with information on Casminski’s whereabouts is asked to contact 911 or Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-800-273-TIPS (8477). For more on how police respond to these types of incidents, see the PSLPD’s investigation of a related shooting and robbery.
Overnight Investigation Details
Investigators conducted several criminal interviews and executed search warrants throughout the night. A gold Chevy Cruze used as the getaway vehicle led investigators to the registered owner’s home, where a search warrant was conducted and two people were taken to the station for questioning.
Approximately 16 to 18 detectives worked through the night, along with a half dozen crime scene specialists and a SWAT team. Drones were deployed at each scene and played a role in advancing the investigation overnight.
Isolated Incident, Not Random
The suspects are not Port St. Lucie residents, with the exception of Key, the female driver. The victims were also not Port St. Lucie residents. The Port St. Lucie Police Department has characterized this as an isolated incident — not a random act targeting the community — stemming from a business exchange that went wrong.
Frequently Asked Questions About Port St. Lucie Shooting
Where did the shooting happen?
The shooting happened around 6:36 p.m. Saturday in the 1600 block of NW St. Lucie West Boulevard. Both victims were shot inside a white Tesla.
Who are the victims?
The two victims are Antoine Myers, 19, and Jermonti Johnson, 19. Both are from Georgia and were visiting the Fort Pierce area.
What charges do the arrested suspects face?
Maratravious Aaron Blue Jr. is charged with attempted second-degree murder, robbery with a firearm, and grand theft. Charlett Nylay Key is charged with robbery with a firearm, obstruction of justice, and accessory after the fact for attempted murder.
Is the third suspect considered dangerous?
Police consider Norrien Morris Casminski dangerous and potentially armed. The firearm used in the shooting has not been recovered.
How can someone report information about the at-large suspect?
Anyone with information on Casminski’s whereabouts is asked to contact 911 or Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-800-273-TIPS (8477).
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