Victor Davis

Name:
Davis, Victor Dangelo

Date of Booking:
07/25/2026

Reason(s) For Booking:
Poss of Firearm/Knife During Commission of/Attempt to Commit Certain Felonies

Murder/Malice Murder/Felony Murder/Murder 2nd Degree

Officer’s Narrative:
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[NARRATIVE #1 on July 24, 2026]

On July 24, 2026, I was assigned to investigate a homicide that occurred at the Super 8 by Wyndham, located at 1171 Highway 20/81, McDonough, Georgia 30253.

Prior to my arrival, officers were dispatched to the motel after Henry County E-911 received a 911 call from the victim, later identified as [VICTIM #1].

During the call, [VICTIM #1] reported that she was involved in a domestic dispute with Victor Davis, whom she identified as her boyfriend. [VICTIM #1] advised the dispatcher that Davis was causing damage to the motel room and requested law enforcement respond to have him removed.

During the course of the 911 call, [VICTIM #1] informed the dispatcher that Victor Davis was pointing a firearm at her. Moments later, a single gunshot was heard over the open phone line. Immediately thereafter, the dispatcher could hear [VICTIM #1] making agonal breathing sounds consistent with a gunshot injury. A short time later, Victor Davis picked up the cellular telephone, which remained connected to 911, and stated to the dispatcher that he had shot [VICTIM #1].

Within seconds, responding patrol officers arrived at Room [REDACTED] of the Super 8 by Wyndham. Officers observed Victor Davis standing in the doorway of Room [REDACTED] and detained him without incident. Officers then entered the room and located [VICTIM #1] lying on the floor suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and initiated life-saving measures; however, those efforts were unsuccessful, and [VICTIM #1] was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Additionally during an interrogation of Victor Davis he openly admitted to shooting [VICTIM #1].

Based upon the foregoing facts, I believe there is probable cause to obtain an arrest warrant for Victor Davis for the charge of Murder OCGA 16-5-1 and also Possession of a firearm during the commission of certain crimes OCGA 16-11-106.

[End of Narrative]

[NARRATIVE #2 on July 24, 2026]

On July 24th 2026 at approximately 11:55 PM, I, Officer M. Estrada #2154, was dispatched to 1171 Highway 20/81 , McDonough GA, 30253, Henry County (Super 8) in reference to a domestic disturbance.

I responded to the location in a non-emergency manner, without any lights or sirens activated. As I was responding to the location, Henry County Dispatch advised me that the male had a gun pointed at the caller and to use caution. I activated my emergency equipment to arrive at the location. Dispatch then advised me that the male stated he shot the female. I saw two Henry County Police Department Officers near the location and asked them to back me up on the call due to the severity of it.

I arrived at the location, where I observed a black male on the phone and crying. I drew my department-issued handgun and ordered the male to get on the ground. After several requests, the male ended the phone call and got on the ground. Responding Officers placed him into handcuffs behind his back and secured the male. I entered room #[REDACTED] and observed a black handgun on the bed with the magazine next to it and a bullet next to it. I observed a black female with blood on her face. I observed she was still breathing with blood pooling on her face. I searched for a rag to apply pressure on her wound. I located a pillow and took the pillow case off of the pillow and applied pressure on the wound as best as I could. I noticed that the female stopped breathing and checked her pulse and observed no pulse. I began CPR. EMS arrived on scene and took over.

See Officer Prescott’s report for further information.

[End of Narrative]

[NARRATIVE #3 on July 25, 2026]

On 7/25/2026 I, Ofc M Womack responded as a back up unit to the Super 8 at 1171 at Highway 20 81 W, which is located within city limits of McDonough, (Henry County) GA.

Upon my arrival on scene, I walked to room number [REDACTED]. Upon entering the doorway, I observed a woman suffering from a gunshot wound to the head laying on the ground directly to the left of me near the front of the room. There was a consistent spatter of what appeared to be fresh blood located on the AC unit directly in front of the victims head. Below the victim was what appeared to be a brass colored 9mm shell casing.

Using my department issued body worn camera, I took pictures of the 9mm shell casing Ofc Estrada 2154, was actively giving CPR to the victim when EMS arrived on scene shortly after. At this time I began searching within the apartment for identification of the victim. Directly to the right of the bed I observed two documents both bearing the name [VICTIM #1]. I notified dispatch to run the name in order to positively identify the victim. Dispatch advised they were able to pull up a [VICTIM #1] at the same address on a previous call. Due to this, we were able to identify our victim, Ms. [VICTIM #1] [REDACTED BY AGENCY].

Next, I exited the crime scene and spoke with a male witness later identified as Mr. [WITNESS #1] [REDACTED BY AGENCY] who advised he had information regarding the events that took place. I asked Mr. [WITNESS #1] if he would come back with us to our headquarters for further questioning, in which he willfully complied. I began conducting a pat down of the outer layer of Mr. [WITNESS #1]s clothing for weapons. After concluding my pat down, I placed Mr. [WITNESS #1] in the rear passenger seat of my patrol car and transported him to headquarters located at 50 Lawrenceville St, which is located in McDonough (Henry County) GA.

While en route to headquarters, Mr. [WITNESS #1] began informing me of events that transpired. Mr. [WITNESS #1] informed me that he and the suspect identified as Victor Dangelo Davis, [REDACTED BY AGENCY] talked briefly 2 days prior to today. Mr. [WITNESS #1] advised he and Mr. Davis had another conversation prior to today’s incident. Mr. [WITNESS #1] advised Mr. Davis did brandish a black handgun. Mr. [WITNESS #1] also advised Mr. Davis repeatedly racked the slide of the gun, causing the bullet to eject.

I asked Mr. [WITNESS #1] what color the shell casing was. Mr. [WITNESS #1] advised the shell casing was brass, which was the same color as the shell casing I observed located next to the victim’s body on scene. Mr. [WITNESS #1] advised Mr. Davis brandished the same firearm a minimum of 3 times, repeating the same enactments of re-racking the firearm, causing the same brass shell casing to eject. Mr. [WITNESS #1] went back to his apartment room [REDACTED].

Mr. [WITNESS #1] did advise hearing what sounded like a gunshot, but also stated he couldn’t be sure due to it sounding like it was from a distance. Mr. [WITNESS #1] advised moments later he got a knock on his door. Mr. [WITNESS #1] advised he peeked through his peep hole and saw Mr. Davis passing back and forth while on the phone saying aloud ” I’m not going anywhere”. Mr. [WITNESS #1] advised he did not open the door at this time. Next, Mr. [WITNESS #1] advised to hear a man’s voice from outside saying get on the ground. Mr. [WITNESS #1] advised he attempted to peek through the curtain and could not see. In curiosity of the noise coming from outside, Mr. [WITNESS #1] opened his room door and stepped outside onto the scene. From this point on Mr. [WITNESS #1] was briefly detained by Henry County Police Department due to the nature of his behavior causing an obstruction of the investigation. Henry County released Mr. [WITNESS #1] without charges. This is when I approached Mr. [WITNESS #1] and began our conversation.

[End of Narrative]

[NARRATIVE #4 on July 25, 2026]

On July 25, 2026, at approximately 2355 hours, I, Officer Prescott with the City of McDonough Police Department, responded to the Super 8 Motel located at 1171 Highway 20/81 West, McDonough, Henry County, Georgia, in reference to a person who had been shot. This incident has been forwarded to the Criminal Investigations Division (CID).

Upon my arrival, I made contact with the victim, identified as [VICTIM #1]. Ms. [VICTIM #1] was lying on her back near the front window of the hotel room with her feet facing the bed and her head toward the window. At that time, Ms. [VICTIM #1] still had a pulse, and officers were awaiting the arrival of EMS.

While awaiting EMS, Ms. [VICTIM #1] lost her pulse. At approximately 0006 hours, Officer Estrada began performing chest compressions. As Officer Estrada rendered aid, I began securing the scene by locating and preserving evidence. I located one spent shell casing on the floor to the right of Ms. [VICTIM #1].

I also located a Taurus G3 9mm handgun bearing serial number ADG489393 on the bed. A loaded magazine, appearing to have a capacity of approximately 15 rounds, was located near the firearm. I then exited the room and established a crime scene log to preserve scene integrity.

I have nothing further to report regarding my involvement. This incident has been forwarded to CID for further investigation.

[End of Narrative]

[NARRATIVE #5 on July 25, 2026]

On Saturday, July 25, 2026 at approximately 0547 hours I, Ofc. A Mirville 2141, was summoned by McDonough Police Department Investigator Massey regarding assistance with transporting Mr. Victor Davis [REDACTED BY AGENCY]. After arriving to the McDonough Police Department headquarters at 50 Lawrenceville St., McDonough, Ga., 30253 I obtained custody of Mr. Davis. I escorted him to the parking lot and searched his person before placing him in the rear passenger seat of my patrol vehicle. Lastly, Mr. Davis was placed in the patrol vehicle and transported to the Henry County jail where he was turned over to the custody of the intake officers.

A backseat check was logged.

[End of Narrative]