Detectives investigating the June 29 shooting at Taco Bell (7431 Evergreen Way) developed probable cause and arrested 21 year-old Shaquille C. Jones of Everett on three counts of assault first degree (RCW 9A.36.011) last night. He has been booked into the Snohomish County Jail.
The investigation revealed that Jones drove to Taco Bell in a light colored SUV to allegedly sell prescription drugs. A gold Cadillac also arrived and its occupants were associates of Jones. While outside the restaurant, Jones called a 29 year-old white male standing near the restaurant doors a derogatory name. The male took offense and challenged Jones to fight. As Jones exited his SUV, he produced a handgun and fired numerous rounds. The male was struck as were two other males. One of the males was an associate of Jones.
All suspects fled the scene. Initial reports indicated the shooter was the driver of the Cadillac who transported the injured associate to the hospital. On the night of the shooting, the driver was arrested, questioned then released when it was determined he wasn’t responsible.
Based on interviews and video surveillance, detectives developed information that Jones was the suspect and determined there was probable cause for his arrest. Officers located and arrested Jones without incident. A handgun matching the descriptions given by witnesses was found under his seat. His SUV has been impounded pending a warrant to search it for additional evidence.
July 3, 2015
Everett, Police Blotter