The Raleigh Police Department reported the arrests of Giovanny Hernandez-Jaramillo and Martha Renee Jones in connection with the March 22 shooting at Patio Nightclub that resulted in one death and another person injured, according to an April 18 statement.
The arrests follow a weeks-long investigation into the incident, which occurred in the 3900 block of New Bern Avenue. Officers responded to reports of gunfire and found two adult males with gunshot wounds. One victim later died from his injuries, while the second remains hospitalized with serious injuries, according to the Wake County arrest record available on recentlybusted.com.
Jeovani Hernandez-Jarami was booked by the Raleigh Police Department on April 16 at 2400 John Brantley Blvd in Morrisville after being apprehended in Houston, Texas. The department’s public update detailed these developments as part of its ongoing efforts to resolve major cases through collaboration with federal partners.
Raleigh Police Department data for 2025 shows a slight decline in overall violent crime compared to the prior year, with total violent incidents falling from 8,610 in 2024 to 8,541. Homicide incidents remained nearly stable with 27 reported in 2024 and 28 in 2025. The department continues to focus on crime reduction strategies including community engagement and targeted enforcement in high-risk areas across the city. These efforts coincide with successful resolutions such as the Patio Nightclub homicide case through collaboration with federal partners, according to Raleigh Police Department data for 2025.
Nationwide reported homicide rates dropped sharply in 2025 with a 21 percent decline across major cities compared to 2024 representing 922 fewer homicides tracked. This marks one of the largest single-year percentage drops on record and continues a downward trend that began in 2023. Overall violent crime and property crime also posted notable reductions according to preliminary data from law enforcement agencies, as reported by Council on Criminal Justice.
The Raleigh Police Department serves North Carolina’s capital city and focuses on preserving quality of life through service, courage, fairness, integrity, and compassion. Its public affairs office regularly issues updates on major investigations and works closely with federal and local partners to address serious crimes including homicides, according to information provided by the department.