Denison Police Arrests Juvenile in Fatal Shooting of Woman

On Sunday evening, August 20th, at approximately 10:15 PM, Denison Police responded to a possible shooting at the 1100 block of West Owings Street.

Upon arrival, officers located four individuals who had suffered gunshot wounds. All individuals were taken by ambulance to a local hospital for treatment. One of the shooting victims, a 49-year-old female, did not survive her wounds and was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The three other male victims were treated and released.

The suspect vehicle fled the scene. The suspect or suspects have not yet been identified.

Denison Criminal Investigations responded to process the scene and conduct the investigation. This case is active and still under investigation. The name of the deceased is being withheld until next of kin has been notified.

***UPDATE: The deceased victim has been identified as 49-year-old Scharhonda Baker. Next of kin has been notified.

One juvenile suspect is now in custody.***

Anyone with additional information, please call us on our non-emergency line at 903-465-2422.