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Arrest Made in Fatal Shooting in Rapid City
In a tragic turn of events, police in Rapid City, South Dakota, have made an arrest in connection with Wednesday night’s fatal shooting on East North Street. The victim, identified as 25-year-old Esther Wolfe of Rapid City, tragically lost her life in the incident.
Suspect in Custody
Authorities have confirmed that 23-year-old Ezekiel Mayweather has been taken into custody as an accomplice in the case. He has been arrested on charges of conspiracy to commit first-degree murder.
Recent Spike in Violence
This latest incident adds to a concerning trend of violence in Rapid City, with three killings reported in the city this month alone. The fatal shooting on East North Street follows a brutal killing in Rapid Valley just a day prior, along with another shooting incident in front of Family Dollar on Haines Avenue earlier in February.
Community Response
Rapid City Police Department Chief Don Hedrick has expressed his dismay over the recent acts of violence in the community. He emphasised that such senseless acts will not be tolerated or normalised in Rapid City.
Hedrick stated, “When something like this happens, we put all of our resources towards resolution and accountability. Here in Rapid City, these incidents are a big deal, and it remains our top priority to work towards accountability and resolution.”
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation into the fatal shooting on East North Street is still ongoing, with authorities yet to determine if there are more individuals involved in the killing. Police are urging anyone with information on the incident to come forward and assist with the case.
If you have any information relating to this incident, you can contact police dispatch at 605-394-4131 or text the letters R-C-P-D along with the information to 847-411.
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