TAPD seeking murder suspect, Crime Stoppers offers reward

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Thursday, March 16th, 2023 7:57am

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The Texarkana, Arkansas, Police Department is still seeking information about a suspect in the Christmas Day murder of Aaron Bruce.

The suspect, 24-year-old Tarus Walker, is wanted in connection with the shooting which occurred in the 2500 block of East 24th Street. 

Walker is a black male who stands 5’5” and weighs approximately 170 pounds.  His last known address was 2102 Dudley Street in Texarkana, Arkansas. 

Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $2,000 reward for information leading to Walker’s arrest.

Please contact the Arkansas-side police or Crime Stoppers at 903-792-STOP (7867).

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