Crime
24-year-old Marcos Criddle killed after shooting in Ector County, suspect Anthony Manarite arrested
Authorities arrested Manarite shortly after the incident, and he is currently being held as the investigation continues.
The Ector County Sheriff’s Office (ECSO) has shared additional details about a fatal shooting that occurred early Tuesday morning, resulting in one death.
According to ECSO, the suspect in custody has been identified as 27-year-old Anthony Bernardino Cortez Manarite.
Authorities arrested Manarite shortly after the incident, and he is currently being held as the investigation continues.
The victim has been identified as 24-year-old Marcos Criddle, and his family has been notified of his passing.
ECSO is encouraging any residents with information about the incident to reach out to local law enforcement. Those who may have relevant details can contact the Ector County Sheriff’s Office at 432-335-3050.
The incident took place on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, around 5:24 a.m. when ECSO responded to a call about a gunshot victim located in the 3500 block of Flint Ave.
Upon arrival, officers found a male victim who was then transported to Medical Center Hospital. Tragically, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after.
At the scene, deputies detained a suspect and recovered a firearm believed to have been used in the shooting.
The suspect was taken to the Ector County Sheriff’s Office, where he reportedly admitted to shooting the victim during an interview.
While the names of both individuals involved were initially withheld for further investigation, ECSO has now released the identities of the suspect and victim.
The Ector County Sheriff’s Office is continuing its investigation into the incident, and additional updates will be provided as more details emerge.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.