The trial of Sirvonte Suggs and Ahmere Williams, two of three men accused in the deadly August 2023 shooting on I-77 in Green, Ohio, has entered its final phase. The jury began deliberations on January 16, 2025, following weeks of courtroom proceedings at the Summit County Court of Common Pleas.
The incident occurred on August 3, 2023, when 23-year-old Marquise Banks was fatally shot while driving a Lincoln SUV southbound on I-77. According to the Summit County Sheriff’s Office, shots were fired from a pickup truck traveling in the same direction. Banks lost control of his vehicle, crossed the median, and collided with a Mercedes. While Banks succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital, the driver of the Mercedes survived.
Investigators uncovered drugs, electronics, and ammunition linked to the suspects, adding another layer to the case. Crucially, the crash was captured on traffic cameras, with footage later released by the Ohio Department of Transportation.
The third suspect, Giovanni Porter, reached a plea agreement, admitting to a manslaughter charge in exchange for testifying truthfully against Suggs and Williams. His cooperation has been a pivotal element of the prosecution’s case.
This trial has brought intense attention to Summit County, as the tragic incident disrupted lives and highlighted issues of road safety, criminal activity, and public accountability. The courtroom proceedings have been emotionally charged, with the family of Marquise Banks seeking justice for their loss.
As the jury deliberates, the community awaits the verdict that will determine the fate of Suggs and Williams. The outcome of this high-profile case will likely leave a lasting impact, emphasizing the importance of justice and the need to address violence on public roadways.
