Final suspect arrested in N. Lakeland shooting that killed 3-year-old

After nearly two months, the final suspect has been arrested in a North Lakeland shooting that left a 3-year-old boy dead.

22-year-old Demarius Wilson of Lakeland was arrested by Plant City police during a traffic stop Monday evening. He was arrested on an out-of-county warrant for tampering with physical evidence.

According to a news release from the Lakeland Police Department, Wilson was a passenger in a vehicle that was stopped for a traffic stop.

“We are pleased that Demarius Wilson is in custody where he belongs,” Lakeland Police Chief Sam Taylor said in a statement. “We are grateful to the public for any information and tips and would like to thank the Plant City Police Department for their valuable assistance.”