Two Men Arrested After Evansville Home Shooting
Police charged two 18-year-old suspects for a September shooting that targeted a residence near Jackson Avenue.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Violence
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Evansville police arrested two 18-year-old men, Trevin Darrett and Dayton Andrew Durham, for a September 6 shooting on South Governor Street. No injuries were reported after shots were fired into a home containing four people, including two children.
Why it matters
The shooting reportedly followed an altercation at a local riverfront skate park regarding a pair of stolen shoes. Authorities identified the suspects after reviewing surveillance footage that captured gunfire originating from an alley.
Trevin Darrett and Dayton Andrew Durham are currently held without bond, with both facing charges of criminal recklessness with a deadly weapon. Durham faces an additional count of unlawful carrying of a handgun.
The players
Trevin Darrett
He is an 18-year-old suspect charged with criminal recklessness with a deadly weapon.
Dayton Andrew Durham
He is an 18-year-old suspect facing charges for criminal recklessness and the unlawful carrying of a handgun.
The details
Investigators recovered .22-caliber and 9mm shell casings from the scene after responding to the 3 a.m. report. Officers pursued and detained four individuals seen walking back toward the residence, leading to the arrests.
Timeline
September 6, 2026, 3 a.m.: Police received a report of shots fired on South Governor Street.
September 30, 2026: Dayton Andrew Durham was booked into jail.
October 1, 2026: Trevin Darrett was booked into jail.
Legal Context
This case follows the standard procedural framework established by the 2026 Evansville firearm violence reporting standards. The investigation highlights the city's approach to prosecuting youth-involved criminal recklessness and handgun violations.
The arrest concludes the immediate investigation into the South Governor Street incident, ensuring the suspects remain in custody without bond. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant near the South Governor Street and Jackson Avenue corridor.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the potential for minor disputes, such as conflicts over personal property, to escalate into serious criminal actions involving firearms. Local law enforcement maintains that securing homes and reporting suspicious activity remains vital to community safety.
Further reading
For more information on public safety incidents, visit the Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 14news.
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