Crime & Safety
Irving Police Investigate Christmas Eve Homicide Of 17-Year-Old
An alleged marijuana sale in Irving turned deadly Sunday after a suspect shot a 17-year-old in the chest, police say.
IRVING, TX — Authorities in Irving are investigating the deadly shooting of a 17-year-old male that occurred Dec. 24 around 9:08 p.m.
The victim, identified as Brett Adkins of Plano, was found injured by a gunshot to the chest in the 200 block of Red River Trail after an incident authorities said began as a marijuana deal.
In a press release from Irving Police Department, investigators said a suspect brandished a gun during the sale, and a fight broke out. One suspect fired the round that struck Adkins, and both suspects fled the scene.
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Adkins was taken to Baylor Hospital in Grapevine where he was pronounced deceased after midnight.
Police ask anyone with information about this crime to contact authorities at 972-273-1010 and reference case number 17-28727. Tips can also be submitted by email to ipdcrimetips@cityofirving.org.
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