Juvenile Killed in Texarkana Apartment Shooting Tuesday
A juvenile male was shot and killed in an incident that occurred at the River Run Apartment Complex earlier today in Texarkana, Arkansas. The crime is currently under investigation.
The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department is reporting that around 1:07 PM today, Tuesday, October 22, officers from TAPD responded to reports of gunfire at the apartment complex. According to 911 call notes, witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots.
When officers arrived, they found a young male victim with gunshot wounds. The Officers on-scene provided immediate aid until LifeNet EMS arrived to take over. The victim was then rushed to a local hospital, where medical staff worked to save his life. Despite their efforts, the juvenile tragically succumbed to his injuries.
Police quickly secured the scene and gathered witness statements while collecting evidence. Detectives from the Criminal Investigation Division (CID) and the Crime Scene Unit are currently investigating the incident, which remains ongoing.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Sergeant Dakota Easley with the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division at 903-798-3154.
The victim's name has been released at this time.
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