Omaha woman sentenced to 10 to 20 years as accessory to murder

Published: Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 6:00 pm

Omaha Woman Sentenced in Connection to Murder of Quayvon Tucker

An Omaha woman, Brandy Williams, has been sentenced to 10 to 20 years in prison after pleading no contest to being an accessory to a felony. The sentencing, which took place in Douglas County District Court on Friday, stems from the death of 21-year-old Quayvon Tucker on July 15, 2023.

Initially charged with being an accessory to murder, the Douglas County Attorney's Office amended the charge from first-degree murder to the lesser felony. Williams, 32, will receive credit for 562 days served in the Douglas County Jail.

The case began when police responded to a shooting near 14th Avenue and Pinkney Street, west of Carter Lake. Tucker was found with a gunshot wound and later died at Nebraska Medical Center.

Prosecutors presented evidence, including surveillance video, showing Tucker entering a gold sedan owned by Williams shortly before the shooting. They also stated that Tucker and Williams knew each other and were allegedly involved in financial crimes with an uncharged third party known as "Junior."

Tucker's girlfriend alerted police to her suspicions, citing messages between Tucker and Williams on Facebook shortly before the incident. A search of Williams' phone revealed her presence at the crime scene and communications with "Junior" about plans to rob Tucker.

During police interviews, Williams initially claimed she was alone in the car before later admitting "Junior" was also present. The identity of "Junior" has not been released by authorities, and it is unknown if his full name is known to investigators. Under Nebraska sentencing guidelines, Williams will be eligible for parole after serving half of the lower term and must be released after serving half of the upper term.

BNN's Perspective: This case highlights the complexities of the legal system and the devastating impact of violent crime. While the reduced charge reflects a plea agreement, the sentence underscores the seriousness of Williams' involvement in the events leading to Tucker's death. The ongoing investigation into "Junior" is crucial, and hopefully, justice will be served for all involved.

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