Florida Classmate Homicide, Teens Charged

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A 14-year-old girl in Pace, Florida, who was initially reported as a runaway, was later identified as a homicide victim. Two classmates, ages 16 and 14, have been charged with first-degree premeditated murder in connection with the case. The investigation focuses on the alleged use of a stolen firearm, gasoline, and a preceding social media conflict.

Key Facts

A 14-year-old Florida girl reported as a “runaway” was later found dead in nearby woods.
Two classmates, ages 16 and 14, are charged with first-degree premeditated murder after allegedly luring her to a secluded path.
Investigators say a stolen handgun, gasoline, and a social media “falling out” played roles in the brutal killing.
Prosecutors plan to take the case to a grand jury to decide whether to try the accused teens as adults.

Timeline of Events and Investigation

On December 1, 2025, 14-year-old Danika Jade Troy was reported missing to the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office after her mother noted her absence, along with her electric scooter, from their home in Pace, Florida.

The following day, a body was discovered by a passerby on a wooded path near Kimberly Road. The scene included a black and red electric scooter and several 9mm shell casings. Due to the extent of burns, identification was initially challenging. Investigators used clothing details, the scooter, and the victim’s shoes to confirm the remains belonged to Danika Troy, shifting the case to a murder investigation.

Florida teens lured 14-year-old girl into woods before fatally shooting her and setting body on fire: police https://t.co/ZPknCPSjp1 pic.twitter.com/GuqtqwPLMv

— New York Post (@nypost) December 7, 2025

Arrests and Alleged Premeditation

Investigators subsequently charged classmates Gabriel C. Williams, 16, and Kimahri A. Blevins, 14, with first-degree premeditated murder. Arrest reports indicate a cooperating witness informed detectives that the two boys had allegedly planned to lure Danika into the woods, shoot her, and then burn the body. Detectives state Williams used a 9mm handgun, which was reportedly stolen from his mother, to shoot Danika multiple times before gasoline was allegedly poured on her body and set on fire.

All three teens were students at High Road School, an alternative program in the Santa Rosa County School District. Authorities state the suspects and the victim had known each other and had recent tensions. Williams allegedly told detectives he was upset over “hurtful comments” made about him. Blevins reportedly cited a social media dispute, claiming he had blocked her online prior to Thanksgiving break.

Legal and Community Response

The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office has stated that the focus of the investigation is on interpersonal conflict and access to a firearm, not alleged gang ties or organized crime. Sheriff Bob Johnson confirmed Williams allegedly stole the handgun from his mother. The article notes that as of the latest reporting, no charges have been filed against the parents regarding the weapon.

Both suspects are currently held in juvenile detention on first-degree premeditated murder charges. The State Attorney’s Office plans to present the case to a grand jury to determine whether to charge the two minors as adults.

The Santa Rosa County School District confirmed that the three individuals involved were students at High Road School. The district offered counseling and support services for students and staff and pledged full cooperation with law enforcement throughout the ongoing investigation.

Watch the report: 14-Yr-Old Girl Reported as a Runaway Was Actually Shot and Set on Fire by Two Teen Classmates