One person is dead and another is in custody following a failed burglary attempted in Longview, Texas. The Longview Police Department reports that its officers responded to a residential burglary in progress in the 1400 block of Mahlow Drive around 2:20 a.m. on July 24, 2024.
At the scene, officers found a 17-year-old male inside the residence suffering from life-threatening injuries. The male was transported to an area hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. LPD alleges that the suspect had unlawfully entered the home.
A short time later, officers were informed that a juvenile arrived at an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. LPD alleges the juvenile was associated with the burglary attempted on Mahlow Drive.
After receiving treatment, the juvenile was detained at the Gregg County Juvenile Detention Center.
Jay Skelton is an independent crime journalist with a passion for covering the uncovered and the under covered.