Crime
David Huff Arrested in Connection with Fatal Shooting of Partner and 11-Year-Old Child
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Syracuse Police have confirmed the arrest of 43-year-old David Huff, the suspect wanted in connection with the double homicide on Roney Road.
Huff was taken into custody around 9:30 a.m. in the area of West Seneca Turnpike and South Avenue, authorities announced.
According to Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick, Huff is suspected of fatally shooting a 33-year-old woman with whom he had a romantic relationship and his 11-year-old child Jeremiah Huff.
Officers responded to the 100 block of Roney Road around 9:30 p.m. on Monday, March 17, following reports of a shooting with injuries.
Upon arrival, police discovered the two victims had suffered fatal gunshot wounds and were pronounced dead at the scene.
After the shooting, Syracuse Police launched a search for Huff, describing him as a white male, approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall, with brown hair and a beard.
He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and blue jeans at the time of the incident.
Authorities tracked Huff down to West Seneca Turnpike and South Avenue, where he was apprehended without further incident.
The investigation remains active, and law enforcement officials continue to gather evidence surrounding the circumstances of the homicides.
Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the Syracuse Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at (315) 442-5222. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through CrimeStoppers.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.