On the second anniversary of the unsolved homicide of 20-year-old Bryson "Swift" Leverette, the Lady Lake Police Department is making an appeal to the public for help. Authorities confirmed that Leverette was fatally shot on June 30, 2023, marking Lady Lake's sole lingering unsolved murder case. In a statement detailed by ClickOrlando, Lady Lake officials recounted how, upon exiting a Caroline Avenue residence in the Skyline Hills neighborhood, Leverette and another victim were abruptly attacked by a group wielding multiple firearms.
The police have yet to successfully identify any suspects involved in the case, a situation which has bred frustration and grief within a community seeking closure. "The Lady Lake Police Department will continue to work diligently to see that those responsible for Bryson’s death are brought to justice," said Det. Ronnie Williams projects a sense of steadfast commitment despite the setbacks. Moreover, Leverette's legacy continues palpably in the son born to his girlfriend posthumously, a detail emphasized by ClickOrlando.
According to WESH, Leverette's tragic encounter with violence occurred as he was leaving the aforementioned home at approximately 12:44 a.m. The same reports remark on the poignant synchronization of Leverette's son's birth, "five months to the day" following the murder, underscoring the stark contrasts between life and death that haunt the loved ones he left behind.
Anyone with information that might aid in solving this persistent case is encouraged to contact Det. Williams directly at 352-751-1542, or via email at [email protected]. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477).
