Full Breakdown
Arcadia Lake Mass Shooting: Arrest, Charges, and Ongoing Investigation
5/7/2026, 6:01:50 AM
Incident Summary
On the night of May 3, 2026, a nighttime gathering at the Scissortail Campground on Arcadia Lake in Edmond, Oklahoma, turned violent when more than 80 rounds were fired. Twenty-three people were shot; 18-year-old Avianna Smith-Gray died two days later, and 22 others, including six juveniles as young as 15, were injured.
Background & Community Response
The party was promoted on social media and attracted a large crowd of young adults. Organizers did not secure the required pavilion reservation, making the event unsanctioned. City officials have cited the lack of permits as a factor that complicated the response and have called for stricter enforcement of event-approval rules.
Investigation Findings
Police identified 18-year-old Jaylan Amhad Davis of Oklahoma City as the “primary aggressor.” Witnesses, anonymous tips, and a person of interest linked him to the shooting. A search warrant at his home recovered a rifle-mounted light, .40-caliber ammunition, and 7.62-caliber rifle ammo that matched casings at the scene. Ballistics tied 9 mm handgun shells and 7.62-mm rifle rounds to the attack. Investigators believe multiple shooters were involved and say at least one additional suspect remains at large.
Official Statements
Edmond Police Chief J.D. Younger described the incident as gang-related, stressed the need for justice for all 23 victims, and urged the public not to demonize any party. District Attorney Vicki Behenna announced that felony-murder charges will be filed and emphasized a careful, thorough review to protect the case’s integrity.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We’re trying to find justice for 23 people that were shot, one that’s deceased and even the people that were involved. I think it’s important not to demonize or separate the parties here,” — J.D. Younger, Edmond Police Chief
- “During the altercation, multiple subjects produced firearms and discharged in excess of 80 rounds, striking numerous individuals.” — J.D. Younger, Edmond Police Chief
- “In high-profile cases like this, it is important that law enforcement take the time necessary to conduct a thorough and careful review that protects the integrity of both the case and any future prosecution,” — Vicki Behenna, Oklahoma County District Attorney
- “Every step must be handled properly, including safeguarding information among partner agencies while the investigation remains active.” — Vicki Behenna, Oklahoma County District Attorney
- “Avianna was so full of life and loved spending time with her family, friends, her boyfriend,” — Andrea Smith-Gray, sister of the victim
Next Steps
Davis’s assault-with-a-deadly-weapon charge is being upgraded to first-degree felony murder, a charge that carries life imprisonment without parole. Police continue to seek the additional suspect and are processing further forensic evidence, while local officials review permitting policies to prevent future tragedies.
