BWEL Supervisor Escapes Major Charges in Marion Jones Shooting

In a significant development in the Marion Jones Sporting Complex shooting case, Shevaughn Anthony Gotoy, a BWEL supervisor, has had several serious criminal charges dismissed. The incident, which occurred on January 31, 2025, during a football game, resulted in three injuries and the death of 39-year-old Brandon Baptist. Gotoy, 30, was initially accused of firing his licensed firearm in self-defense after allegedly being shot at first. The chaotic scene caused widespread panic among spectators. On October 27, 2025, Gotoy appeared in court before Magistrate Mannon Dennison, where the court officially withdrew multiple charges, including attempted murder and use of deadly means of harm. The decision followed a memorandum dated August 22, instructing the case to proceed summarily on two counts of grievous harm related to the injuries of John Grinage and Kameron Williams. Gotoy had initially faced eight charges tied to the shooting of Grinage, Williams, and Gerson Mena. However, no charges were ever filed in connection with Baptist’s death, and no one has been held accountable for it. Police reports indicate the shooting occurred around 9:15 p.m. during a football match after an argument among a group of men. Baptist, Grinage, and Williams were all rushed to the KHMH, where Baptist was pronounced dead. Gotoy surrendered to police on February 2, accompanied by his attorney, and his licensed firearm was sent for forensic analysis. During questioning, Gotoy admitted to firing at Baptist, claiming self-defense. The case has now been narrowed down to two charges, with Gotoy’s trial set to begin on January 12, 2026.