KWTX, Fort Worth, Texas Two defendants have been charged with capital murder by the Fort Worth Police Department in relation to a shooting death.
Tai Sanders, 17, and Paige Wheaton, 20, are accused by police of capital murder in connection with J Tavian Howard’s death.
Police were called to a shooting at the 2800 block of Broadmoor Drive on November 28.
Investigators discovered that Howard was shot dead while Sanders and Wheaton were committing or attempting to conduct aggravated robbery, according to police.
Police said that during their investigation, they spoke with several people of interest and found video proof of the incident.
According to authorities, Sanders lied about her role on the night of the shooting, as evidenced by interviews and mobile phone evidence.
According to authorities, a group text exchange between Sanders, Wheaton, and two other guys revealed that they all intended to rob Howard while brandishing guns.
According to investigators, all three guys were shot during the gunfight between the two men and Howard during the intended robbery.
Wheaton was ready to pick everyone up following the attempted heist, according to the police.
After being brought to the hospital, Howard reportedly passed away from his wounds, according to the police.
The Tarrant County Jail is housing both Sanders and Wheaton. A $250,000 bail is being held for Sanders, and a $500,000 bond is being set for Wheaton.
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