Texarkana Police Investigate Fatal Shooting; Suspect Charged with Murder

Texarkana Arkansas Police worked hard and fast last night as a call about a fatal shooting took place and now one person has been arrested.

Texarkana Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal Shooting

Shortly after 11 PM last night (Sunday, August 24) the Texarkana Arkansas Police were called to the Ridge Apartments on North Oats Street after several 911 calls reported a shooting.

When officers arrived, they found 19-year-old Gary Nichols with a gunshot wound outside the apartment complex. Neighbors and bystanders were already trying to help, and then the officers joined in to continue lifesaving efforts until LifeNet EMS arrived. Sadly, Nichols did not survive.

One Person Dead, Suspect in Custody After Overnight Police Investigation

Detectives and crime scene investigators worked through the night, and through their investigation, they were able to identify 21-year-old Xavian Banks as the suspected shooter. Banks was taken into custody the same night and booked into the Miller County Jail on a charge of Second-Degree Murder.

Police say the case is still under investigation. They are asking anyone with information to call the Criminal Investigation Division at (903) 798-3154. You can also call Texarkana Crime Stoppers at (903) 793-STOP and you can remain anonymous.

Incidents like this serve as a reminder of the importance of staying connected and looking out for one another within communities. If you see something, say something!