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Suspect in Custody as Copperas Cove Police Investigate Fatal Shooting

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COPPERAS COVE, TX — The Copperas Cove Police Department has confirmed that a suspect is in custody in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on Saturday, February 1.At approximately 11:48 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 900 block of Tanner Drive following reports of a gunshot victim. Upon arrival, they discovered 31-year-old Shasmine Clark suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.

COPPERAS COVE, TX — The Copperas Cove Police Department has confirmed that a suspect is in custody in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on Saturday, February 1.

At approximately 11:48 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 900 block of Tanner Drive following reports of a gunshot victim.

Upon arrival, they discovered 31-year-old Shasmine Clark suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.

Emergency medical personnel transported Clark to AdventHealth Central Texas, where she later succumbed to her injuries despite lifesaving efforts.

Through an initial investigation, which included interviews with witnesses at the scene, police were able to identify a suspect known to the victim.

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The individual was located and taken into custody without incident at a nearby hotel shortly after the shooting.

While the identity of the suspect has not yet been released, police confirmed that details regarding the suspect’s name, charges, and bond information will be provided following their arraignment.

Authorities are withholding additional details as the investigation remains active. Anyone with information related to the case is urged to contact the Copperas Cove Police Department.


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14-Year-Old Fatally Shot in Selma, 17-Year-Old Suspect in Custody

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SELMA, AL – 14-year-old boy Jamarj Acoff was fatally shot in Selma over the weekend, and a 17-year-old suspect is now in custody in connection with the incident, authorities confirmed.The Selma Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 1400 block of Weaver Street in the early hours of Saturday, February 10, at approximately 1:55 a.m.

SELMA, AL – A 14-year-old boy was fatally shot in Selma over the weekend, and a 17-year-old suspect is now in custody in connection with the incident, authorities confirmed.

The Selma Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 1400 block of Weaver Street in the early hours of Saturday, February 10, at approximately 1:55 a.m.

Upon arrival, officers discovered a 14-year-old male victim suffering from gunshot wounds.

Later that evening, Selma City Schools identified the victim as Jamarj Acoff in an official statement.

“This is a challenging time for us all as we deal with the loss,” Selma Interim Superintendent Darryl Aikerson stated.

Authorities arrested a 17-year-old suspect on Saturday afternoon in connection with Acoff’s murder.

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The suspect’s name has not been released due to their status as a juvenile.

The 17-year-old is currently being held without bond at the Perry County Detention Center, pending a court hearing.

At this time, police have not disclosed a motive for the shooting, and the investigation remains ongoing.

In light of the tragedy, Selma City Schools announced that grief counseling services will be available for students upon their return to school on Monday.

Authorities are urging anyone with additional information about the shooting to contact the Selma Police Department as the investigation continues.

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