Tarrence New

Death by Force

On November 12, 2017, Tarrence Newman, a 40-year-old resident of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, was fatally shot at his home, which is located just blocks from Coe College. The incident led to a complex and multifaceted investigation involving several suspects.

The primary suspect in Newman's death is Rayshaun Dion Friend, 29, of Cedar Rapids. Friend was arrested on charges of first-degree murder, first-degree robbery, and going armed with intent in connection with Newman's slaying. During the tri ...Read More

UPDATE: Cedar Rapids homicide victim dies from gunshot wound