Crime
Woman killed after family violence shooting in Beaumont
Beaumont, Texas — Authorities in Beaumont are investigating a tragic incident of family violence that resulted in the death of a woman on Sunday evening. The case is now being treated as a family violence homicide.
At approximately 7 p.m. on Sunday, Beaumont police officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 4300 block of Fonville Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman suffering from critical injuries.
Emergency medical personnel transported the victim to a local hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
As of now, law enforcement has not released further details regarding the circumstances of the shooting or any potential suspects involved.
The investigation remains active, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
If you have information related to this incident, you are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Southeast Texas. Tips can be submitted anonymously, and individuals providing information that leads to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.
To submit a tip, call (409) 833-TIPS (8477) or visit the Crime Stoppers website.
This tragic event highlights the serious and often devastating consequences of family violence. Beaumont police are committed to ensuring justice for the victim and providing support to the community as they work to bring closure to this case. Further updates will be shared as they become available.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.