Crime
Second Suspect Arrested in Murder of North Texas Rapper and 5-Year-Old Daughter
Authorities have confirmed the arrest of 21-year-old Jakobie Russell, the second suspect in the fatal shooting of North Texas rapper Ronnie Sibley and his 5-year-old daughter, R’mani Sibley.
Russell was taken into custody on March 7, 2025, and has been booked on charges of:
- Capital Murder of Multiple Persons (Bail: $0.00)
- Assault of a Pregnant Person (Bail: $0.00)
This arrest follows the apprehension of 24-year-old Adonis Robinson, who was taken into custody on March 6 in Livingston, Texas, with the assistance of Texas Rangers and Fort Worth police.
The deadly shooting occurred at Slappy’s Car Wash in Forest Hill, Texas, where Sibley had stopped to visit his daughter.
According to police, Robinson and Russell are the alleged gunmen responsible for opening fire on the 30-year-old musician and his young daughter, killing them both.
Investigators have not disclosed the circumstances leading to Robinson’s arrest and have not provided further details on how they located Russell.
Authorities have also not yet confirmed a motive for the shooting but have stated that “the music industry” is a factor in the ongoing investigation.
Family members revealed that R’mani had just celebrated her 5th birthday the day before the shooting.
Sibley, who resided in Crowley, Texas, had stopped in Forest Hill to spend time with his daughter when the attack occurred.
Bishop Rodney McIntosh, a spokesperson for the family, conveyed the immense grief of R’mani’s mother, stating:
“The mother wants everyone to know she is heartbroken and grieving. On behalf of the mother, I would ask them to do the right thing and come forward.”
Sibley also leaves behind a 12-year-old daughter, who is now mourning the loss of both her father and younger sister.
Court records show that Adonis Robinson has a violent criminal history and is a registered sex offender.
He was previously convicted in 2019 for attacking a woman who was walking along a trail.
Additionally, police have arrested Robinson’s girlfriend, Ka’lyla Maria, who is accused of being the getaway driver following the deadly shooting.
Authorities have not yet released further information regarding upcoming court proceedings for the suspects.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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.