Gun Shots at Trail Ride Leads to Arrest

A shooting at a trail ride in Cozy Corner over the weekend ended with one arrest.

Sheriff Keith Korenek reports that on June 23, at approximately 1 a.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 6000 block of Munke Rd. regarding shots being fired at a large gathering of party-goers. The party followed an annual trail ride put together by Capital City Trail-Riders (CCT).

Deputy Arrison was already near the scene responding to another call regarding public intoxication when he heard 5-7 rapid-fire gunshots coming from the party.Arrison radioed for backup and every FCSO Deputy currently on duty hurried toward the shooter. At that time multiple 911 calls came in from witnesses at the scene reporting the shots and a fight in progress.

Within seconds of Arrison’s arrival, CCT’s hired armed security had already detained the shooter and removed the firearm from his possession. While Arrison attempted to de-escalate and ensure there were no injuries, Deputies Cody Williams, Jason Fowler, and Sgt. Ben Wilson arrived and put a stop to the chaos and an end to the party.

This incident led to the arrest of a male suspect, identified as Kavion Joiner, 25 of Elgin, for disorderly conduct by way of brandishing and discharging a firearm in public. He was also charged with criminal trespassing with a firearm and failing to depart after receiving notice.

Joiner remains in Custody at the Dan R. Beck Justice Center where he is awaiting arraignment.