UPDATE
Police have arrested a second suspect in the carjacking and murder of former heavyweight boxer Vernon Forrest in southwest Atlanta last week.
Investigators said the newly-arrested suspect was identified as Jaquante Crews, 25, and they said he was the driver in the crime.
ATLANTA (AP)—A 20-year-old Atlanta man was charged Tuesday with murder in the shooting death of ex-boxing champion Vernon Forrest, although authorities said they do not believe he was the triggerman.
Demario Ware was also charged with aggravated assault and armed robbery, Atlanta police Lt. Keith Meadows said. The 38-year-old Forrest was shot to death on July 25 after he chased a man who robbed him of his championship ring and Rolex watch, police said.
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Police said Ware was responsible for the robbery but that they were still looking for the shooter and at least two other suspects. Ware is expected to have a bond hearing on Wednesday. Police said he had a lawyer but were unsure of a name.
