Details Emerge Family Inn Shooting

The Sarasota Police Department has charged an 18-year-old man in a shooting that occurred at the Family Inn on Saturday.

According to the department, Devontae H. Robinson, 18, has been charged with attempted murder and tampering with evidence as a result of the shooting. The incident itself occurred around 3:30 p.m. at the 4807 N. Tamiami Trail hotel.

Police say Quenton Spears, 18, was visiting the inn when he was shot by Robinson. The relationship between the two is unknown at this time, an email from the police department to media stated. Police say Spears suffered life-threatening injuries and remained at Sarasota Memorial Hospital Monday.

The gun used in the shooting was found by a witness and placed into evidence.

Further details are not yet available.

Robinson is expected to have a first appearance before a judge Monday afternoon.

The investigation remains active. Police ask that anyone with information in the case contact Det. Maria Llovio at 941-364-7336 or leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers by calling 941-366-TIPS (8477). Online tips may be submitted at www.sarasotacrimestoppers.com.

Photos of the scene and Devontae Robinson’s booking photo courtesy of the Sarasota Police Department