SAVANNAH, Ga. — A violent incident at Bricktowne Flats Apartments in May 2021 has resulted in significant legal consequences for several individuals involved in the death of 20-year-old Travis Edwards. The tragedy unfolded when three men approached Edwards with the intent to buy marijuana, but the situation escalated into an armed robbery that led to his fatal shooting.
The three men—Harold Jakarius Roberson, Terry Jerome Rucker, and Vazquez Lisan Coleman—were subsequently arrested and charged in connection with Edwards’ death. Their cases have since progressed through the legal system, culminating in various convictions and sentences. Coleman received a five-year sentence without the possibility of parole after being acquitted of multiple counts yet found guilty of a single charge: criminal attempt to commit a felony by purchasing marijuana.
Roberson and Rucker faced more serious charges, each being convicted on six counts, including felony murder. Both were sentenced to life in prison but will be eligible for parole. These sentences followed a lengthy court process, as each man’s involvement in the case was scrutinized.
As the legal proceedings related to Edwards’ death reach a close, Roberson and Coleman find themselves entangled in yet another serious situation. They, along with 24-year-old Joshua Reddick, are now charged with the murders of 16-year-old Semaj Floyd and 20-year-old Omarion Whitfield, who were shot on December 4, 2023, in the vicinity of Amaranth Avenue and Perth Street.
Authorities allege that the defendants attempted to rob Floyd and Whitfield, leading to their deaths. The case against Roberson and Coleman is particularly noteworthy, as it has emerged that they were out on bail from the earlier murder charges when this latest incident occurred. Roberson and Coleman were arrested in late 2024, while Reddick was apprehended by U.S. Marshals on April 15 of this year.
With their trial scheduled to commence on September 29, the legal situations of these men highlight ongoing issues related to violent crime and the justice system in Savannah. Community members remain anxious as the case proceeds, reflecting a broader concern over safety and crime in the area. The implications of these incidents will likely resonate within the community for some time to come.