By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Pew PatriotsPew PatriotsPew Patriots
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
  • Home
  • News
  • Tactical
  • Guns and Gear
  • Prepping & Survival
  • Videos
Reading: Ex-Maryland football player faces murder charge after deadly bar fight in Florida
Share
Font ResizerAa
Pew PatriotsPew Patriots
  • News
  • Tactical
  • Guns and Gear
  • Prepping & Survival
  • Videos
Search
  • Home
  • News
  • Tactical
  • Guns and Gear
  • Prepping & Survival
  • Videos
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
Ex-Maryland football player faces murder charge after deadly bar fight in Florida
News

Ex-Maryland football player faces murder charge after deadly bar fight in Florida

Jimmie Dempsey
Last updated: May 6, 2025 5:20 pm
Jimmie Dempsey Published May 6, 2025
Share
SHARE

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!

A former college football player is facing murder charges after he allegedly shot and killed a man during a physical altercation at a bar in Florida over the weekend, local law enforcement confirmed Monday.

Avantae Traeviyon Williams, a former defensive back at the University of Maryland, was arrested by the DeLand Police Department on Monday. He is charged with second-degree murder involving a firearm. 

The 24-year-old suspect was taken into custody “without incident,” police said, just days after 32-year-old Keshod Harris was shot and killed at a bar in DeLand, Florida. 

According to police, officers from the DeLand Police Department and Volusia Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a shooting at a bar at around 1:30 a.m. Witnesses told police a fistfight involving several men broke out inside the bar when one of the men produced a firearm. 

The suspect, later identified as Williams, fled the scene. The victim was transported to an area hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. A bartender also suffered gunshot wounds but is expected to survive. 

Avantae Williams celebrates

TEXAS FOOTBALL PLAYER TOLD POLICE HE WAS TAKING RECRUITS TO STRIP CLUB DURING DWI ARREST, AUTHORITIES SAY

“At this time, this remains an open and active investigation,” Deland Police said in a statement. “Detectives still continue to collect evidence and conduct interviews with people concerning the facts and circumstances of this shooting incident. Approximately 40 patrons were inside McCabe’s Bar on the night of the incident and they may have information that will help bring justice in this case.” 

Williams played one season at Maryland after two years at Miami. He was the top safety in his recruiting class, and, according to the Daytona Beach News-Journal, he was recruited by Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Ohio State and Penn State. 

Avantae Williams intercepts

In 2021, Williams faced assault charges after an alleged incident with a pregnant woman. Those charges were later dismissed. 

Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.



Read the full article here

You Might Also Like

Oilers draw first blood in Stanley Cup Final rematch with 4-3 overtime victory against Panthers

Karen Read jury selection enters home stretch with 15 of 16 chosen

Mother of daughter murdered by MS-13 gang member speaks out in favor of new bill

Sunday Shoot-a-Round # 272

Army medic speaks out after being honored for saving 14-year-old girl’s life: ‘Call of duty’

Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Print
Leave a Comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

We Recommend
Fox News Entertainment Newsletter: Austin Butler went temporarily blind, Beach Boys feud reignites
News

Fox News Entertainment Newsletter: Austin Butler went temporarily blind, Beach Boys feud reignites

Jimmie Dempsey Jimmie Dempsey August 23, 2025
Handley Page Halifax: England’s “Other” Heavy Bomber
Judge denies bond for illegal immigrant trucker in deadly Florida Turnpike wreck
First Look: Bear & Son Lawman Pocketknife
Top 9 Revolvers Every Smart Buyer Is Grabbing in 2025!
Jelly Roll’s wife body slams him in playful TikTok video after singer sheds 200 pounds
Keffiyeh-clad anti-ICE protester threatens to stab agent, harm family in San Francisco mob attack
News

Keffiyeh-clad anti-ICE protester threatens to stab agent, harm family in San Francisco mob attack

Jimmie Dempsey Jimmie Dempsey August 23, 2025
They Need To Fit
Tactical

They Need To Fit

Jimmie Dempsey Jimmie Dempsey August 23, 2025
Biden judge frees teens tied to ex-DOGE staffer’s assault as Trump cracks down on crime
News

Biden judge frees teens tied to ex-DOGE staffer’s assault as Trump cracks down on crime

Jimmie Dempsey Jimmie Dempsey August 23, 2025
Pew Patriots
  • News
  • Tactical
  • Prepping & Survival
  • Videos
  • Guns and Gear
2024 © Pew Patriots. All Rights Reserved.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?