A Palm Beach County judge today sentenced Chevarus Stewart to two consecutive life sentences for shootings at a Taco Bell in 2022, State Attorney Alexcia Cox announces.

On May 28, Stewart was convicted of attempted first-degree murder with a firearm (premeditated), four counts of attempted second-degree murder, and armed burglary.

The State presented evidence at trial showing that Stewart entered the West Palm Beach restaurant shortly before 6 p.m. on February 21, 2022. He went behind the counter and opened fire on an employee who was involved in a relationship with Stewart’s then-girlfriend. Four other employees were placed in danger, including two who were struck by gunfire.

Assistant State Attorneys David Gorlicki and Samir Margetic prosecuted the case and secured justice for the victims.