Davenport Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Shooting
Johntarrius Anthony Thorpe received the sentence for a 2025 shooting incident on Western Avenue.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Crime — General
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Johntarrius Anthony Thorpe has been sentenced to 15 years in prison following a 2025 shooting on Western Avenue in Davenport. The incident, which occurred during a vehicle chase, resulted in a bystander on a motorcycle being struck by gunfire.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes a legal process concerning a high-intensity incident that saw multiple vehicles exchange gunfire in a public area. It serves as a significant resolution for the community affected by the violence.
Johntarrius Anthony Thorpe received a 15-year prison sentence following his guilty plea, while Delandres Antonio Thompson Jr. was sentenced to 10 years on July 16, 2026. Frederick Evans Cooks Jr. awaits sentencing for his involvement.
The players
Johntarrius Anthony Thorpe
He is the individual convicted and sentenced to 15 years for his role in the 2025 shooting case and a separate drug case.
Delandres Antonio Thompson Jr.
The 18-year-old was sentenced to 10 years in prison for his involvement in the shooting incident.
Frederick Evans Cooks Jr.
He entered a guilty plea to charges of assault while participating in a felony and being a felon in possession of a firearm.
The details
The shooting occurred when two vehicles chased each other, resulting in 21 9mm shell casings being recovered by police at the scene. Thorpe was identified by officers as a passenger in a Ford Fusion during the exchange of gunfire.
Timeline
July 5, 2025: The shooting incident occurred in the 200 block of Western Avenue.
April 3, 2026: Delandres Antonio Thompson Jr. entered guilty pleas in District Court.
July 16, 2026: Delandres Antonio Thompson Jr. was sentenced to prison.
Sept. 11, 2026: Johntarrius Anthony Thorpe entered guilty pleas in District Court.
Jan. 21, 2027: Frederick Evans Cooks Jr. is scheduled for sentencing.
Legal Context
This sentencing follows the pattern established by the prosecution of violent felony assault cases in the Scott County District Court regarding the adjudication of firearm-related charges. Local courts continue to prioritize significant prison terms for incidents involving the reckless discharge of firearms in residential zones.
Residents of the 200 block of Western Avenue and the surrounding area may note the legal resolution of this violent incident. Law enforcement agencies continue to focus on addressing public firearm use to maintain safety in Davenport neighborhoods.
The takeaway
The resolution of this case highlights the severe legal consequences for individuals involved in vehicle-based shootings and public violence. Community members are reminded to report suspicious vehicle activity to local law enforcement to assist in maintaining neighborhood safety.
What happens next
Frederick Evans Cooks Jr. is scheduled for sentencing in the Scott County District Court on Jan. 21, 2027.
Further reading
For more information on public safety in the area, visit the Davenport Crime — General section.
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