Arrest and Charges in Fort Worth Murder Case
A man who police said stomped on a woman and beat her with a rock has been arrested on a murder charge after the woman died in the hospital this week.
Steven Black, 47, is accused of murdering 50-year-old Susan Watkins, who was found severely beaten in a parking lot at 924 S. Jennings Ave. in Fort Worth on July 9, according to an arrest-warrant affidavit.
Incident and Investigation
Fort Worth police first received a call at about 8:49 a.m. that a man was stomping on a woman’s head in the parking lot, according to the affidavit.
When police arrived, they found a woman, later identified as Watkins, unresponsive and beaten, officers said in the affidavit. A rock was lying next to her, which police believed was used to hit her with.
Watkins was taken to a hospital in “grave condition” after she was found, according to the affidavit.
Witness Accounts and Evidence
Several witnesses who saw the assault told police that a man had kicked Watkins and hit her with a rock, according to the affidavit. When police arrived, the man had dropped the rock and attempted to conceal himself. The man was later identified as Black.
While still at the scene, officers spotted a man matching Black’s description only a short distance away from where the victim was found. Black fled from officers as they attempted to talk to him, police said in the affidavit.
Once Black was caught and detained, an officer noticed he had blood stains on his legs, according to the affidavit. Black would not tell officers where the blood came from, police said.
Arrest and Charges
Black was arrested that morning on charges of aggravated assault and violation of parole.
After Watkins died on Monday, Black now faces a murder charge. He is being held at the Tarrant County jail on a $500,000 bond, according to jail records.
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Conclusion
The case of Steven Black and the tragic death of Susan Watkins serves as a reminder of the importance of community awareness and the need for swift action in emergency situations. It is crucial for individuals to report any suspicious activity to the authorities and to cooperate with investigations to ensure justice is served.
FAQs
Q: What was the nature of the incident that led to the arrest of Steven Black?
A: The incident involved a man stomping on a woman’s head and beating her with a rock in a parking lot in Fort Worth.
Q: What were the initial charges against Steven Black?
A: Black was initially arrested on charges of aggravated assault and violation of parole.
Q: What is the current status of Steven Black’s charges?
A: After the victim, Susan Watkins, died, Black now faces a murder charge and is being held at the Tarrant County jail on a $500,000 bond.
