Fort Worth Club Shooting Suspect Arrested After Brief Standoff
Introduction to the Incident
A suspect wanted in connection with a weekend shooting at a Fort Worth club was arrested Wednesday evening following a brief standoff, police Chief Eddie Garcia said.
Akrell Ross, 20, was taken into custody at a home near the 5400 block of Huffines Blvd., after being tracked down by the department’s fugitive task force, the police chief said in a social media post.
Garcia did not immediately disclose details about the effort to identify, find and apprehend Ross, who had been wanted for the early morning slaying of Patrique Allen, 31.
“This is still an active investigation and as further details become available, they will be provided,” Garcia said in the social media post.
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Allen was slain while at the Social Liv nightclub in the 3000 block of Bledsoe Street shortly before 2 a.m. on Oct. 5, according to investigators.
Police have accused the suspect of opening fire inside the West 7th entertainment district venue before running from the scene. It was not clear what led to the gunfire or if the victims were targeted.
Police found Allen suffering from multiple gunshots wounds to his upper body. He was pronounced dead at the scene, police said previously.
Five other victims were treated at hospitals for injuries following the shooting and were said to be in stable condition earlier this week.
Investigation and Arrest
The arrest of Akrell Ross brings some closure to the case, but the investigation is still ongoing. The police are working to determine the motives behind the shooting and to identify any other individuals who may have been involved.
The community is urged to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity to the authorities. The police are committed to keeping the community safe and to bringing those responsible for crimes to justice.
Conclusion
The arrest of the suspect in connection with the Fort Worth club shooting is a significant development in the case. The police have worked tirelessly to identify and apprehend the suspect, and their efforts have paid off.
The community can take comfort in knowing that the suspect is off the streets and that justice is being served. However, the investigation is still ongoing, and the police are working to determine the motives behind the shooting and to identify any other individuals who may have been involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who was the suspect arrested in connection with the Fort Worth club shooting?
A: The suspect arrested was Akrell Ross, 20.
Q: What was the motive behind the shooting?
A: The motive behind the shooting is still unknown and is being investigated by the police.
Q: How many victims were injured in the shooting?
A: Five other victims were treated at hospitals for injuries following the shooting and were said to be in stable condition earlier this week.
Q: What is the current status of the investigation?
A: The investigation is still ongoing, and the police are working to determine the motives behind the shooting and to identify any other individuals who may have been involved.
