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Ocoee Group Home Caregiver Accused of Attempted Murder
6 Jan
Summary
- Caregiver Journey Powell allegedly assaulted a co-worker before shooting her.
- Powell is accused of shattering the victim's car windshield with a weapon.
- Six autistic patients were safely removed from the Ocoee group home.
A domestic dispute between caregivers at an Ocoee group home escalated violently, leading to an attempted murder charge against 22-year-old Journey Powell. The incident occurred after Powell argued with a co-worker, identified as Ki'merse Akins. According to investigators, Powell allegedly assaulted Akins before retrieving a weapon from his car and damaging her Dodge Charger's windshield.
As Akins drove away with another co-worker, Powell reportedly began shooting, striking the co-worker in what is described as crossfire. The injured caregiver was hospitalized but survived the gunshot wound, reportedly recovering well. No patients at the group home, which serves autistic individuals, were injured during the altercation.
Powell was arrested at the scene after resisting officers. The six autistic residents were relocated for their safety. Authorities have charged Powell with attempted murder, firing into a vehicle, criminal mischief, and resisting arrest, with the victim expressing hope for accountability.
