Carnival Tragedy Ends in Guilty Verdict | Virginia Beach News

A jury in Virginia Beach has convicted an 18-year-old of murder for shooting and killing a 15-year-old girl during the Mount Trashmore Summer Carnival last year. The fatal shooting occurred amid a heated argument that turned violent, with surveillance footage showing the defendant pulling a gun and firing into the crowd. Despite claiming he didn’t own or fire the weapon, evidence including witness testimony and video led to his conviction on second-degree murder and firearm charges after three hours of deliberation. The victim, Jeyani Upshur, was remembered as a bright, loving teen with dreams of becoming a chef — her family described her as the “glue that held everyone together,” wearing her favorite color green at trial. The carnival, canceled this year due to security concerns and staffing shortages, left workers scrambling for work, while the community grapples with grief and unanswered questions. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/630a11992f2ba80f