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.
CINCINNATI, OH – A 42-year-old man was fatally shot in Clifton Heights on Saturday afternoon, prompting an investigation by the Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) Homicide Unit.
Authorities responded to reports of a shooting in the 600 block of Riddle Road at approximately 4:13 p.m. on March 9.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim, later identified as Kevin Garr, 42, suffering from a gunshot wound.
Emergency responders transported Garr to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he was pronounced deceased.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.
Detectives from the CPD Homicide Unit have launched an active investigation and are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities urge anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact the Homicide Unit at (513) 352-3542. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers.