In the early hours of a Friday morning in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the life of 38-year-old Arnelious D'Ricco Howell was tragically cut short. On October 26, 2018, at approximately 2:33 a.m., Howell was found deceased, the victim of gun violence.
Born in Tulsa on a cold and icy January 30, 1980, Arnelious was the only son of his parents. Known to his friends and family as 'Ricco,' he was a graduate of Tulsa McLain High School, class of 1997.
During his time at McLain, he was a notable basketball player, remembered for his skillful left-handed hook shot.
After high school, Howell embarked on a career that saw him work for prominent companies such as Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Texas, FedEx, and Bank of America in Seattle, Washington. He also pursued vocational training, seeking certification as an HVAC technician. He was a father to three daughters.
Details regarding the circumstances of his death, including information about any potential suspects or arrests, have not been made publicly available. The investigation into his homicide remains without a publicly announced resolution.