Two Men Convicted in Deadly Dispute Over Car Insurance Claim

Denzel Garrison and Laquine Demby found guilty in fatal shooting of Jahmil Greenidge over insurance deductible

Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:34pm

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A jury has convicted two men, Denzel Garrison and Laquine Demby, for their roles in the murder of 28-year-old Jahmil Greenidge in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The evidence showed the killing stemmed from a dispute over who would pay the insurance deductible after a minor car crash between Garrison and Greenidge two weeks prior. Garrison allegedly recruited Demby to help him kill Greenidge, who was shot six times as he was entering his apartment building.

Why it matters

This case highlights the potential for seemingly minor disputes to escalate into deadly violence, as well as the dangers of individuals taking the law into their own hands rather than resolving conflicts through proper legal channels. It also raises concerns about the accessibility of firearms and the need for better conflict resolution resources in communities.

The details

According to prosecutors, Garrison was involved in a minor car accident with Greenidge two weeks before the murder. The two then got into a dispute over who would pay the insurance deductible. Garrison then allegedly asked his friend Demby to help him kill Greenidge. On May 19, 2021, Demby drove Garrison to Greenidge's apartment building in Atlantic City, where Garrison shot Greenidge six times as he was entering the building. Garrison and Demby then fled the scene before police arrived. Greenidge was pronounced dead at the scene.

  • The minor car accident between Garrison and Greenidge occurred two weeks before the murder.
  • The murder took place on May 19, 2021.

The players

Denzel Garrison

A 33-year-old man from Atlantic City who was convicted of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and multiple weapons offenses for his role in the killing of Jahmil Greenidge.

Laquine Demby

A 35-year-old man from Pleasantville who was convicted of murder as an accomplice and conspiracy to commit murder for his role in the killing of Jahmil Greenidge.

Jahmil Greenidge

A 28-year-old man who was shot and killed outside his apartment building in Atlantic City.

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What’s next

Garrison and Demby are scheduled to be sentenced on May 13.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the need for better conflict resolution resources and support systems to help people navigate disputes without resorting to violence. It also highlights the importance of responsible gun ownership and the dangers of allowing minor disagreements to escalate unchecked.