In a shocking incident in Texas, a 17-year-old girl and her 19-year-old boyfriend have been accused of murdering the girl’s grandmother, leading to a widespread manhunt. The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office identified the suspects as Tara King and Uriah Urick, who allegedly killed 61-year-old Tammy King in her Bacliff area home.
The victim was discovered dead in her residence on Thursday by patrol deputies conducting a welfare check. The check was initiated after a close friend reported not having heard from Tammy King for some time. Following the discovery, a nationwide search was initiated for the two teenagers on Friday, with their images being circulated on social media by law enforcement officials.
The Sheriff’s Office issued a press release seeking public assistance in locating the suspects. The statement emphasized that all leads were being pursued to shed light on the tragic incident. The authorities were committed to taking every necessary step to resolve the case.
On Sunday, the Sheriff’s Office announced the apprehension of Tara King and Urick in Laredo. The arrest followed an intensive investigation and a manhunt that spanned multiple jurisdictions. The police stated that the investigation is still ongoing, with detectives working tirelessly to ensure justice for the victim.
Local media identified Tara King as the victim’s granddaughter. She is a student at Dickinson High School in Dickinson. Urick reportedly resided with Tara and her grandmother in Bacliff. Images obtained by local media outlets show the young couple posing together in photographs.
Tammy King had been out of contact for a week before the welfare check was conducted at her home. The exact time of her death remains unclear.