Suspect Sought In Fatal Arlington Shooting
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ARLINGTON (CBSDFW.COM) -- Arlington Police are searching for a man suspected of shooting and killing a man following an altercation at a pickup basketball game on Sunday.
Authorities say the victim, Charles Harris, was playing basketball with friends, when three strangers asked to join. During the game, Harris and an unknown man became involved in an altercation.
As Harris and his friends were walking to their vehicle, the suspect fired a handgun in their direction, striking Harris. He was rushed to a local hospital by friends but died from his injuries.
The suspect has been described as having shoulder-length dreadlocks with blonde tips, and facial hair shaped into a goatee. He was last seen wearing a white tank top, white shorts with light blue trim, tall black socks, and royal blue Nike Air Force One high-top shoes.
Anyone with information about the incident or suspect is encouraged to contact Arlington Homicide Detective Byron Stewart at 817-459-5691.
Tipsters can also anonymously contact Crime Stoppers at 817 469-TIPS (8477). A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered.
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