Crime
Suspect Arrested in Murder of North Texas Rapper and His 5-Year-Old Daughter, Second Gunman Still at Large
Authorities have taken one suspect into custody in connection with the tragic murder of North Texas rapper Ronnie Sibley, 30, and his 5-year-old daughter, R’mani Sibley.
Forest Hill Police Chief David Hernandez confirmed that 24-year-old Adonis Robinson was arrested on March 6 in Livingston, Texas, approximately 75 miles east of Houston.
His arrest was made with assistance from the Texas Rangers and Fort Worth police.
Investigators have identified Robinson and 21-year-old Jakobe Russell as the alleged gunmen responsible for the fatal shooting, which took place at Slappy’s Car Wash in Forest Hill.
While Robinson is now in custody, Russell remains at large, and authorities continue to search for him.
Police say Ronnie Sibley, who resided in Crowley, Texas, had stopped in Forest Hill to pick up his daughter.
Minutes after R’mani was dropped off to him at the car wash, gunfire erupted, claiming the lives of both father and daughter.
Investigators have not disclosed a motive for the shooting but stated that the music industry is part of their ongoing investigation.
While police have not confirmed how the suspects knew Sibley, they are continuing to piece together details of the fatal encounter.
The heartbreaking tragedy occurred just one day after R’mani’s fifth birthday.
The young girl’s mother is devastated and grieving, said family spokesperson Bishop Rodney McIntosh, who pleaded with those involved to surrender.
“The mother wants everyone to know she is heartbroken and grieving,” McIntosh said. “On behalf of the mother, I would ask them to do the right thing and come forward.”
In addition to R’mani, Sibley leaves behind a 12-year-old daughter, who is now mourning the loss of both her father and younger sister.
Robinson has a violent criminal history and is a registered sex offender, according to court records.
In 2019, he was arrested and later convicted for assaulting a woman who was walking along a trail.
Authorities also confirmed that Robinson’s girlfriend, Ka’lyla Maria, was apprehended and is believed to have served as the getaway driver in the fatal shooting.
While one suspect is in custody, authorities continue to search for Jakobe Russell, who remains at large.
Anyone with information on Russell’s whereabouts is urged to contact Forest Hill Police or Crime Stoppers.
Crime
Traverse City Parking Services Employee Lawrence Boyd Found Fatally Shot Inside Larry C. Hardy Parking Deck
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — A homicide investigation is underway after a city employee was found deceased early Sunday morning in a downtown parking deck, an incident authorities believe is connected to an attempted murder of a Traverse City police officer the previous night.
At approximately 7:48 a.m. on November 16, officers from the Traverse City Police Department responded to the 300 block of East State Street after receiving a report of an unresponsive individual.
Upon arrival, police discovered 32-year-old Lawrence Boyd IV, an employee of the city’s Parking Services Department, deceased from an apparent gunshot wound inside the Larry C. Hardy Parking Deck.
His identity was released with the consent of his family.
Investigators now confirm the killing is linked to a separate incident that occurred the night before, on November 15 at around 10:30 p.m.
In that case, two teenage suspects from Traverse City were arrested after allegedly stealing items from a vehicle and fleeing police.
During the pursuit, a 17-year-old suspect discharged a firearm, firing multiple rounds at officers.
One bullet struck the pant leg of a uniformed officer, but no injuries were reported.
Both suspects remain in custody at the Grand Traverse County Jail.
Charges include attempted homicide, larceny from an automobile, and resisting and obstructing law enforcement.
The firearm believed to have been used in both incidents has been recovered.
Authorities emphasize there is no ongoing threat to the public, and the shelter-in-place alert issued Saturday night has since been lifted.
The State Street parking deck remains closed as investigators continue processing the scene.
Traverse City Police Chief Matt Richmond stated the closure may remain in effect until at least Monday.
Interim City Manager Benjamin Marentette released a statement offering condolences to Boyd’s family and support to affected employees:
“This tragedy is heartbreaking. We extend our deepest sympathies and our love to the family of Lawrence Boyd IV, a teammate in our Parking Services Department. I also want to thank the Traverse City Police Department and our partner agencies for their swift response, which prevented further harm. Support services are being made available to all city staff.”
The investigation remains active.
Authorities expect to release additional information as it becomes available.