25/09/2026
2019 Cold Case Homicide Arrests
North Palm Beach Police Department and Riviera Beach Police Department Press Release
On October 16, 2019, at approximately 4:42 pm, officers responded to a reported shooting in the area of 717 West 7th Street in Riviera Beach, Florida. Upon arrival, officers located the victim, Kevin M. Ulysse, lying in the roadway in front of the residence. Ulysse had sustained a gunshot wound and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Riviera Beach detectives conducted an extensive investigation, including interviews with witnesses and persons of interest, examination of physical evidence, and the pursuit of available investigative leads. Despite extensive investigative efforts, no arrests were made at the time, and the case remained unresolved.
In 2025, the homicide of Kevin M. Ulysse was subsequently provided to the North Palm Beach Police Department for an independent review and a fresh investigative perspective.
The North Palm Beach Police Department's Cold Case Team conducted a comprehensive review of the original investigation and developed additional investigative leads. Through their investigation, detectives identified Damien Dwayne King and Robert Rashad Pettway, both of West Palm Beach, as suspects in Ulysse's homicide.
As the investigation progressed, detectives developed sufficient probable cause to obtain homicide arrest warrants for King and Pettway. On September 23, 2026, arrest warrants were secured, charging King with First-Degree Murder and Attempted Armed Robbery, and Pettway with First-Degree Murder, Attempted Robbery, and Possession of a Fi***rm by a Convicted Felon in connection with the death of Kevin M. Ulysse.
Pettway was located and apprehended through coordination between the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Warrants Unit and the West Palm Beach Police Department.
King was arrested at his residence in West Palm Beach by Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
This resolution marks a major milestone in a case that deeply affected Ulysse’s family and the Riviera Beach community. Both departments emphasize that collaboration between law enforcement agencies is vital to solving longstanding and unsolved crimes.
“This case demonstrates the power of partnership and persistence,” said Chief Michael A. Coleman of the Riviera Beach Police Department. “Our commitment to justice does not fade with time.”
“Revisiting cold cases with fresh eyes and shared resources can bring long-awaited closure to families,” added Chief Robert Coliskey of the North Palm Beach Police Department. “We are proud of the teamwork that led to these arrests.”
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional information will be released as appropriate.
The Village of North Palm Beach recognizes Detective Trevor Davis and Sergeant Yesenia Collura for their instrumental roles in solving this case and bringing justice to the victim’s family.
Their dedication, investigative efforts, and perseverance were critical to the successful resolution of the case. Their work is a reflection of the professionalism and commitment of the North Palm Beach Police Department, under the leadership of Major Lou Pearson and Deputy Chief Angela Dallesandro.