Two Charged in Atlantic City Overpass Homicide

Vaughn Lyons, a 43-year-old Atlantic City resident, was found dead from multiple gunshot wounds on the Route 40 overpass near Atlantic City High School late on July 6, 2025. Police responded to a call around 11:20 p.m. and pronounced Lyons dead at the scene, with an autopsy ruling the death a homicide. William A. Tucker, 52, has been charged with murder, weapons, and drug offenses, while Sabrina Hearns Evans, 30, faces drug charges and hindering apprehension in connection to the incident. Authorities have not released information about the suspects' motives or attorney representation. The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and Atlantic City Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit are leading the investigation. Officials continue to encourage the public to provide any information through official channels or anonymous tip lines.