What happened after the initial shooting incident?

After allegedly shooting Javon Lawson, Sousa fled the scene and later caused a high-speed collision in Swansea, killing two people.

Who were the victims of the fatal crash in Swansea?

The victims of the fatal crash were identified as the Carcasis, a couple who were reportedly traveling home when their vehicle was struck.

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Suspect Kills One, Then Kills Two in Fatal Crash

Q: Who is Demitri Sousa and what charges does he face?

Demitri Sousa, 28, is charged with murder, unlawful firearm use, and unlicensed pistol possession in connection with a fatal shooting.

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Summary

Suspect charged with murder after allegedly fatal shooting.
Suspect caused deadly crash fleeing the scene.
Two innocent travelers killed in head-on collision.

Suspect Kills One, Then Kills Two in Fatal Crash

In Cranston, Rhode Island, Demitri Sousa, 28, of Seekonk, Massachusetts, has been charged with murder, unlawful firearm use, and unlicensed pistol possession. Police allege Sousa fatally shot Javon Lawson, 35, on the evening of February 26th, possibly stemming from a dispute over a woman.

Following the shooting, Sousa reportedly fled the scene in a white Infinity sedan, which was later detected by license plate readers in Fall River and Westport. Early on February 27th, around 12:20 a.m., Sousa allegedly crashed into another vehicle in Swansea while traveling at high speed.