Evan Lacey, a 19-year-old African American male from Arlington, Texas, was last seen on December 17, 2019, leaving his family's home around 7 a.m. to go to work in Grand Prairie. When he failed to return home and could not be reached, his family reported him missing on December 19. Days later, his blue 2006 Dodge Magnum was found abandoned in Fort Worth under suspicious circumstances. The vehicle contained blood and traces of bleach, suggesting an attempt to clean the interior.
On January 3, 2020, utility workers repairing a water leak discovered a decomposed body in a wooded area near the 7100 block of Webb Ferrell Road in Arlington. The following day, the Tarrant County Medical Examiner's Office identified the body as that of Evan Lacey. An autopsy revealed that the 19-year-old African American male had died from a gunshot wound to the head. The Arlington Police Department classified the case as a homicide and took over the investigation.
Despite extensive efforts by law enforcement and the community, no arrests have been made in connection with Evan Lacey's murder. Investigators have not identified any suspects, and the case remains unsolved. The Arlington Police Department continues to seek information from the public to help solve the case.
Evan Lacey was a recent graduate of Seguin High School and was known for his positive demeanor and strong work ethic. His family and friends remember him as a kind and ambitious young man. The lack of progress in the investigation has been a source of ongoing grief and frustration for his loved ones, who continue to advocate for justice in his case.
Anyone with information about the murder of 19-year-old African American male Evan Lacey is urged to contact Detective Coleman at the Arlington Police Department at 817-459-5373. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Tarrant County Crime Stoppers at 817-469-8477. A reward of up to $6,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction in this case.
