The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department has confirmed the identification of a suspect in the tragic homicide of a male juvenile that occurred on October 22, 2024.

Texarkana Update

According to a press release, the male juvenile victim was pronounced deceased at a local hospital, prompting a swift investigation conducted by detectives from TAPD’s Criminal Investigation Division. The suspect has been identified as Kahim Webster, age 19. Authorities are still looking for the whereabouts of Webster and he is considered armed and dangerous. Further warrants are possibly forthcoming.

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The investigation is ongoing, and the authorities are urging anyone with additional information related to this case to come forward. You can contact Detective Phillips at 903-798-3154. TAPD is committed to ensuring justice is served and that those responsible are held accountable.

Previous Report

On Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at approximately 1:07 PM, officers from the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department responded to a shots fired call at the River Run Apartment Complex. 911 call notes stated witnesses heard multiple gunshots in the apartment complex. Officers arrived on the scene and located a male juvenile victim suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers immediately rendered aid to the victim until LifeNet arrived on the scene to take over life-saving measures. The victim was then transported by EMS to a local hospital. Once at the hospital, medical staff continued life-saving measures but unfortunately, the victim succumbed to his injuries. Other officers on the scene secured the area and began to collect witness statements and gather evidence.

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