On July 24, 2024, at approximately 2:20 a.m., Longview Police Officers responded to a residential burglary in progress in the 1400 block of Mahlow Drive. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 17-year-old male inside the residence with life-threatening injuries. He was transported to a local hospital, where he later died from his injuries. The victim was identified as the suspect who unlawfully entered the home.
Shortly after officers arrived on the scene, a juvenile with non-life-threatening injuries was reported at a local hospital. Investigation revealed the juvenile’s connection to the Mahlow Drive incident. The juvenile was treated, released, and subsequently detained at the Gregg County Juvenile Detention Center.
The Longview Police Department is continuing its investigation. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Longview Police Department at 903-237-1110, Gregg County Crime Stoppers at 903-236-STOP (7867), or provide information online at greggcountycrimestoppers.org.
