Santa Monica College Shooting Suspect, Davon Durell Dean, Found Dead by Suicide in Hawthorne After Critically Injuring Coworker in Tragic Workplace Incident

Santa Monica College Shooting Suspect, Davon Durell Dean, Found Dead by Suicide in Hawthorne After Critically Injuring Coworker in Tragic Workplace Incident The tragic events surrounding the Santa Monica College shooting have taken a somber turn with the discovery of Davon Durell Dean, the 38-year-old suspect, found dead by suicide in Hawthorne.

Dean’s death comes just hours after he allegedly shot and critically injured a coworker during a workplace altercation on the college campus, sending shockwaves through the local community and raising concerns about escalating workplace violence.

According to authorities, the incident began during what seemed to be a routine day at Santa Monica College, where Dean had worked as part of the campus maintenance staff. 

Around midday, a heated argument between Dean and a fellow employee rapidly escalated into violence, resulting in Dean drawing a firearm and critically wounding his coworker. The victim, whose identity has not been released, was rushed to a nearby hospital and remains in critical condition.

Following the shooting, Dean fled the scene, triggering an extensive manhunt across Southern California. Several hours later, his body was discovered inside his car in a Hawthorne parking lot, where it appears he 

died by a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Investigators are still piecing together the exact motivations behind the tragic incident, with early reports suggesting long-standing tensions between Dean and his coworker.

The news of Dean's death has left the Santa Monica College community grappling with both grief and confusion. Dean, described by colleagues as quiet and reserved, did not exhibit overt signs of distress in the days leading up to the shooting, leaving many shocked by the sudden and violent outcome.

Counseling services have been made available to staff and students as the campus community mourns the loss and reflects on the tragedy. Meanwhile, the critically injured victim continues to fight for their life, with many hoping for a recovery amidst the heartbreak.