Crime
David Huff Arrested in Connection with Fatal Shooting of Partner and 11-Year-Old Child
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Syracuse Police have confirmed the arrest of 43-year-old David Huff, the suspect wanted in connection with the double homicide on Roney Road.
Huff was taken into custody around 9:30 a.m. in the area of West Seneca Turnpike and South Avenue, authorities announced.
According to Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick, Huff is suspected of fatally shooting a 33-year-old woman with whom he had a romantic relationship and his 11-year-old child Jeremiah Huff.
Officers responded to the 100 block of Roney Road around 9:30 p.m. on Monday, March 17, following reports of a shooting with injuries.
Upon arrival, police discovered the two victims had suffered fatal gunshot wounds and were pronounced dead at the scene.
After the shooting, Syracuse Police launched a search for Huff, describing him as a white male, approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall, with brown hair and a beard.
He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and blue jeans at the time of the incident.
Authorities tracked Huff down to West Seneca Turnpike and South Avenue, where he was apprehended without further incident.
The investigation remains active, and law enforcement officials continue to gather evidence surrounding the circumstances of the homicides.
Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the Syracuse Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at (315) 442-5222. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through CrimeStoppers.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.