On an autumn evening in Everett, Washington, a dispute over a stolen cell phone escalated into a fatal encounter, claiming the life of 55-year-old Darren Larson, a Caucasian male. On October 17, 2017, Larson had arranged to meet two individuals who he believed had his girlfriend's missing phone. The agreed-upon meeting spot was in the parking lot of an apartment complex, a seemingly ordinary location for what would become a tragic event.
The situation quickly spiraled out of control.
Instead of a simple exchange, a violent altercation erupted. During the struggle, a single gunshot echoed through the night, and Darren Larson fell, mortally wounded. The suspects, a young man and a teenage girl, fled the scene, leaving Larson behind. He was discovered shortly after, but it was too late. The initial 911 calls reported a hit-and-run, but first responders soon realized the cause of death was far more sinister.
Investigators from the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office pieced together the events of that night. Their work led them to identify two primary suspects: Anthony Boggess and a 17-year-old female. Evidence suggested that the meeting was a setup, with the intention of robbing Larson rather than returning the phone. Text messages between the suspects reportedly revealed their plan.
Within days, both Boggess and the teenage girl were apprehended and taken into custody. They were subsequently charged in connection with the murder of Darren Larson. The community was left to grapple with the senseless violence that had unfolded, a stark reminder of how a seemingly minor dispute could have such a devastating and final consequence.
