BATON ROUGE, La. – A 19-year-old has been arrested by the Baton Rouge Police Department for her suspected connection to the shooting death of another 19-year-old, Malik Clark.
Raiyion Harris, the 19-year-old suspect, was taken into custody on Friday afternoon and has been charged with first-degree murder and armed robbery, according to the police. The shooting occurred on July 26, 2023, at 225 South River Road around 2:50 a.m.
Authorities reported that Harris and Clark had planned to rob a victim of his personal belongings, which resulted in a confrontation where the victim shot and killed Clark.
Harris has been booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison to face the charges of 1st Degree Murder and Armed Robbery.
The arrest comes as a result of the ongoing investigation into the shooting, shedding light on the events that led to the tragic death of Malik Clark. The police continue to gather evidence and information to ensure the case is thoroughly examined.
It is vital for the community and authorities to work together to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. The legal process is now in motion to bring justice for the victim and find closure for the families affected by this devastating event.
As the case progresses, the Baton Rouge Police Department is committed to providing updates and ensuring the public stays informed about the investigation into this tragic incident.