Manhunt Underway for Suspect in St. Paul Murder Case
Authorities in Minneapolis are currently searching for a 27-year-old man, Seneca Lee Jones, who is considered “armed and dangerous” and has been charged with the murder of 19-year-old Darnell Hawkins Mapp. The incident occurred in July at Mississippi Regional Park, where Mapp was found with multiple gunshot wounds.
Investigation and Charges
An arrest warrant has been issued for Jones, who faces charges of second-degree murder and prohibited possession of ammunition or a firearm after a prior offense. According to the criminal complaint, Jones’ address is listed as Brooklyn Park, but police searched his home in Apple Valley as part of their investigation. The complaint also reveals that Jones has multiple prior felonies, including convictions for first-degree burglary and having a firearm after being prohibited, which prohibits him from possessing a firearm.
The investigation into the shooting has uncovered details about the events leading up to the incident. Witnesses reported that Mapp and Jones had been involved in a feud over stolen property on the night of the shooting. Several witnesses alleged that Jones shot Mapp from behind multiple times as the younger man was walking away from him. The complaint also notes that Jones made over 50 phone calls to his wife in the hour following the shooting, and location data from his phone places him at the park at the time of the incident.
Evidence and Next Steps
A search warrant executed at Jones’ Apple Valley home yielded two handguns, ammunition, and firearm magazines. Given his prior convictions and the new charges, Jones is considered a significant threat to public safety. The authorities are urging anyone with information about Jones’ whereabouts to come forward. As the manhunt continues, residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
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