Crime
1 killed after shooting on Ivory Heights area in Camden, suspect Marcus Epps in custody
On November 3, 2024, at approximately 1:40 a.m., officers from the Camden Police Department were dispatched to the Ivory Heights area in response to a reported gunshot victim.
The victim was transported by air to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Following an in-depth investigation into the fatal shooting, authorities identified Marcus Epps as the suspect in this case.
In an effort to apprehend Epps, officers proceeded to a residence in Camden associated with the suspect.
The homeowner, identified as Trameisha Tooks, was found to be uncooperative with the investigation.
Consequently, a search warrant for the residence, as well as an arrest warrant for Epps, were obtained.
During the execution of the search warrant, officers located and arrested Epps without incident.
Additionally, Tooks was taken into custody for allegedly hindering the apprehension of a suspect wanted on Capital Murder charges.
This case remains active and under investigation. Members of the public who may have information relevant to this investigation are encouraged to reach out to the Criminal Investigation Division of the Camden Police Department by calling (870) 836-5755.
Crime
47-year-old Christopher Waggett shot and killed during domestic incident in Butler
Williams now faces one count of criminal homicide, with bail set at $2 million.
A man is in custody after a fatal shooting in Butler, Pennsylvania, stemming from a dispute on Tuesday night.
According to Butler City Police, the incident involved a confrontation between Sean Williams, 37, and Christopher Waggett, 47, both local residents.
The events unfolded during a gathering at a residence in the 200 block of American Avenue.
Witnesses reported that tensions escalated when a comment upset the mother of Williams’ girlfriend, prompting Waggett to intervene and restrain her.
This led to a physical altercation between Waggett and Williams. During the struggle, Waggett either struck a bottle over Williams’ head or knocked it out of his hand, according to witness statements.
Williams reportedly responded by drawing a firearm and shooting Waggett in the upper body.
Emergency crews quickly arrived and attempted life-saving measures, but Waggett ultimately succumbed to his injuries on the scene.
Following the shooting, Williams fled and attempted to hide near his residence on West New Castle Street but was apprehended shortly thereafter.
He was taken into custody and transported to Butler County Prison.
Williams now faces one count of criminal homicide, with bail set at $2 million.