Murder suspect Javin Fonseca has been captured by The Elite Fugitive Squad. SHERIFF LEVON ALLEN

On January 14, 2025, the City of Riverdale Police Department responded to a “Person Shot” call in the area of Hwy 138 SW, Riverdale, GA.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers observed a deceased 16-year-old victim lying on the ground with multiple gunshots to his back.
During the investigation, the outstanding Detectives of the Riverdale Police Department led by Chief Todd Spivey identified Javin Fonseca and Malice Murder Warrants were obtained.
Upon receipt of this warrant, SHERIFF LEVON ALLEN placed Javin Fonseca on his “Top Ten” Most Wanted and activated the “Elite” Fugitive Squad to locate and apprehend Mr. Fonseca
Four hours into the investigation, the Elite Fugitive Unit located Javin Fonseca in a residence in the area of Karla Cir. In the City Forest Park, Ga.
A plan was quickly put into place with the assistance of the Georgia State Patrol “Night Hawks Unit”. The residence was surrounded and Mr. Fonseca was taken into custody without incident.
Mr. Fonseca is now being held in the Clayton County Jail, where he awaits his day in court.
The Clayton County Sheriff’s Office would like to extend a special “Thank You” to
Chief Todd Spivey and the men and women of The City of Riverdale P.D.
Colonel Billy Hitchens and the men and women of the Georgia State Patrol for their continued support and their commitment to the community and the citizens they serve.
Jamal Webb
Public Information Officer for
SHERIFF LEVON ALLEN
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