Jawanza Abrams Sentenced for Ferris Street Shooting | Rochester News

Jawanza Abrams just got a brutal 25-year sentence for attempted murder plus 3.5 more for a deadly shooting on Ferris Street — no breaks, back-to-back. Back in January 2025, he allegedly fired rounds into a home, killing 23-year-old Jeremiah Maddox and seriously wounding a 19-year-old. Authorities suspect it wasn’t random — ties to illegal activity may have fueled the violence. The verdict’s a grim warning: when disputes turn violent — especially with crime involved — the fallout can be devastating, ripping through families and communities. Now, the focus shifts to healing and the long road ahead for everyone touched by this tragedy. 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/b3e8270828dc3222