February 26, 2014
(Anderson, SC). Devon Shermayne Thomas was found guilty today by an Anderson County jury of 4 counts of Attempted Murder. The Honorable Lawton McIntosh sentenced Thomas to 10 years in prison on each count to be served concurrently and 3 years suspended to 5 years’ probation on 4 counts of pointing and presenting a firearm to follow incarceration.
On March 25, 2012, a birthday party was being held at the Honea Path Shrine Club for a 16 year old young woman. During the party, several guests began to fight. The fight ended up outside in the parking lot area where shots were fired. One of the four victims was shot in the leg.
“Devon Thomas was violently reckless in his actions and it is clear from the evidence that he intended to shoot and fatally injury the victims,” said Solicitor Chrissy Adams. “Firing a weapon in the manner that he did is a serious crime and comes with serious consequences. I hope that today’s verdict and sentence sends a message to others in the community that gun violence is never the answer and if you fire a gun at someone we will vigorously work to ensure you are sent to prison.”