FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 20, 2025
Charges Announced Following Viral Assault Video
Lynchburg, VA — Over the weekend of June 6, several Lynchburg Police Department (LPD) officers became aware of a video circulating on social media depicting multiple individuals involved in a physical altercation, during which one man was assaulted.
Following a thorough investigation, LPD has identified and charged the following individuals in connection with the incident:
Charges: Disorderly Conduct
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Ceasar Johnson Jr. (Arrested)
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Kennija Ware
Charges: Disorderly Conduct and Assault by Mob
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Dante Jefferson
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Desmond Rucker
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Julian White
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Nijal Anthony
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Rameek Vereen
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Shawn Brown
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T’juan Jones
The Lynchburg Police Department is advising all individuals involved in this incident to turn themselves in to authorities immediately. This remains an active and ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information that may assist in this case is urged to contact Officer Gates at (434) 300-9845 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at p3tips.com.
The LPD remains committed to ensuring public safety and holding those who engage in acts of violence accountable.