Jamal Moreland has been charged with attempted armed robbery and attempted first-degree murder for shooting a Grindr date. The incident occurred after the two men, who met online, had an argument over a food bill during a date that included drinking whiskey. After being dropped off, Moreland texted the victim for money, leading to a second meeting where he allegedly shot the man multiple times. The victim was severely injured but managed to crash his vehicle before being rescued by first responders. Moreland could face life in prison.
Moreland, who was 27 at the time, was picked up by the victim and taken to a bowling alley for their date. When the two realized the alley's bar was closed, they instead went to a nearby liquor store and purchased a bottle of whiskey, which they shared in the parking lot while they talked.
About half an hour after the victim dropped Moreland off on the same corner he picked him up at, Moreland texted the victim asking for $45, saying that 'he had gotten a ticket.' The victim said again that he did not want to pay, but agreed to meet Moreland again to talk about it.
The victim attempted to drive away, but crashed into a nearby ditch due to his injuries. He was then discovered by first responders and taken to the hospital.
Moreland has been charged with attempted armed robbery and attempted first-degree murder in connection with a February, 2023 shooting that left a man with two gunshot wounds in his right arm and one in the right side of his chest.
Collection
[
|
...
]