LONGVIEW, Texas — Police have charged a 25-year-old man with capital murder in connection with a shooting death late Friday night in Longview.
Davadius Thomas, of Longview, is charged with capital murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection with the death of Kenny McFarland Jr., 30.
Thomas remains in the Gregg County Jail on bonds totaling about $1.25 million.
Officers responded to the 100 block of Queens Court in reference to a welfare check of a person Friday around 11:50 p.m.
When officers came to the scene, they found McFarland, who had an apparent gunshot wound, police said.
He was taken to a local hospital, where he died from his injuries, according to police. Detectives are continuing to investigate and gather information.
Thomas was also booked on several traffic warrants, police said.