On July 23, 2018, 17-year-old Daquan Munson was tragically killed in a triple shooting at a residence on the 1300 block of West Dobbs Street in Tyler, Texas. Munson, who was African American, was found inside the residence along with his mother, Ladidre Blevins, and Charlie Verdell, who was 51 years old. Both Munson and Verdell succumbed to their injuries, while Blevins was hospitalized but survived.
The investigation revealed that the shooting occurred during an altercation involving
Blevins' ex-boyfriend, Tony Waters. According to the arrest warrant affidavit, Blevins called the police and identified Waters as the shooter. A teenage witness, who was a family member of one of the victims, provided crucial information to the police. The witness stated that he heard Verdell and Blevins arguing with Waters before hearing gunshots. Munson ran into the living room to help, and Waters assaulted and shot him at least twice.
Based on the witness's description, Waters was arrested the following day in Longview, Texas, with the assistance of the U.S. Marshal's Service. Waters was charged with capital murder and held at the Gregg County Jail with a $1 million bond. The investigation also included statements from a neighbor who heard gunshots and saw a black male in black clothing running from the scene.
The tragic death of Daquan Munson led to significant legal proceedings against Tony Waters, who faced capital murder charges for his role in the shooting. The case highlighted the devastating impact of domestic violence and the importance of swift law enforcement response in such situations.
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