Crime
Orlando Garza killed after shooting at Southland Casino in West Memphis, suspect Travis Boyd charged
The West Memphis Police Department has identified the victim of Friday morning’s fatal shooting at Southland Casino in West Memphis, Arkansas, as Orlando Garza.
The suspect has been named as Travis Boyd, though the specific charges against him have not yet been disclosed.
The shooting occurred just before 4 a.m. in the casino’s parking lot, according to Southland Casino’s Director of Communications.
When West Memphis Police responded to the scene, they confirmed that Garza had succumbed to his injuries.
Police have clarified that this was an isolated incident and emphasized that the casino has robust security measures in place, including advanced weapons detection systems at each entrance to prevent firearms and other weapons from entering the building.
Glen White, Director of Communications for Southland Casino, issued a statement to reassure the public:
“Our team and guests are safe following the recent, very isolated incident early Friday morning at our casino. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected.
We take the safety and security of our guests and team members as our top priority.
“We’re proud that our security protocols — including advanced weapons detection systems, extensive surveillance, and thorough guest identification measures — ensured that no weapons entered our premises. These systems played a critical role in assisting law enforcement by providing necessary information for a swift and thorough investigation.”
As authorities continue their investigation, West Memphis Police are working closely with the casino to further review the details of the incident.
Crime
19-Year-Old Kalise Goff Arrested for Capital Murder After Fatal Shooting of Boyfriend Christopher Sabb in Jacksonville
Jacksonville Police Department officials have reported that a woman is in custody following the fatal shooting of her boyfriend early Friday morning.
Authorities stated that officers responded to a domestic disturbance call shortly before 4 a.m. near Rixie Road.
During their investigation, police determined that 19-year-old Kalise Goff had allegedly shot her boyfriend, 19-year-old Christopher Sabb.
Sabb’s body was later discovered in the 8000 block of South Highway 161 near Wooten Road. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Following the investigation, Goff was arrested and is now facing a charge of capital murder.
Officials have not released additional details regarding the circumstances leading to the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have indicated that further information will be made available as it develops.
The Jacksonville Police Department has urged anyone with information related to this case to come forward.