Florida man accused of murder over gay rumors
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (WFLA) — A Daytona Beach man is accused of shooting and killing a man who he claimed spread rumors about his sexual orientation.
The Daytona Beach Police Department arrested Jakari D. Webb, 19, on Wednesday while serving a search warrant. Police said Webb is suspected of killing Telan K. Mann, 19, five days earlier.
Officers discovered Mann’s body just before 2 a.m. on June 23 after hearing gunshots in the area. Investigators charged Webb with first degree murder, as well as a probation violation and for resisting arrest after he unsuccessfully tried to run from SWAT and K-9 officers.
According to a press release from Daytona Beach police, Webb claimed he shot Mann becaus...
