FORT PIERCE, Fla. (CBS12) — A man linked to a brutal homicide and arson in Fort Pierce has been located in Philadelphia, where he is also wanted for another killing.

The St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office said that Arkel Tymere Garcia, 31, was previously sought for questioning in connection with the November 28, 2025, death of Antwan Lamar Daniels, 51, whose body was discovered inside a fire-damaged home on South Market Avenue.

Authorities have tracked down Arkel Tymere Garcia, 31, in Philadelphia after linking him to a violent homicide and arson in Fort Pierce, Florida. Garcia was previously sought for questioning in the November 28, 2025, killing of Antwan Lamar Daniels, 51, whose body was found inside a burned home on South Market Avenue. Investigators say Daniels died from multiple blunt-force injuries and believe the fire was deliberately set to conceal the crime. Garcia, now considered a person of interest in the Florida case, faces a homicide warrant and parole violation in Philadelphia. Officials warn he is armed and dangerous and urge anyone with information to call 911 or submit tips to local authorities. (SLCSO)

Authorities have tracked down Arkel Tymere Garcia, 31, in Philadelphia after linking him to a violent homicide and arson in Fort Pierce, Florida. Garcia was previously sought for questioning in the November 28, 2025, killing of Antwan Lamar Daniels, 51, whose body was found inside a burned home on South Market Avenue. Investigators say Daniels died from multiple blunt-force injuries and believe the fire was deliberately set to conceal the crime. Garcia, now considered a person of interest in the Florida case, faces a homicide warrant and parole violation in Philadelphia. Officials warn he is armed and dangerous and urge anyone with information to call 911 or submit tips to local authorities. (SLCSO)

An autopsy revealed Daniels died from multiple blunt-force injuries, and investigators believe the fire was intentionally set to cover up the crime, according to an update on Dec. 1.

Authorities have tracked down Arkel Tymere Garcia, 31, in Philadelphia after linking him to a violent homicide and arson in Fort Pierce, Florida. Garcia was previously sought for questioning in the November 28, 2025, killing of Antwan Lamar Daniels, 51, whose body was found inside a burned home on South Market Avenue. Investigators say Daniels died from multiple blunt-force injuries and believe the fire was deliberately set to conceal the crime. Garcia, now considered a person of interest in the Florida case, faces a homicide warrant and parole violation in Philadelphia. Officials warn he is armed and dangerous and urge anyone with information to call 911 or submit tips to local authorities. (SLCSO)

Authorities have tracked down Arkel Tymere Garcia, 31, in Philadelphia after linking him to a violent homicide and arson in Fort Pierce, Florida. Garcia was previously sought for questioning in the November 28, 2025, killing of Antwan Lamar Daniels, 51, whose body was found inside a burned home on South Market Avenue. Investigators say Daniels died from multiple blunt-force injuries and believe the fire was deliberately set to conceal the crime. Garcia, now considered a person of interest in the Florida case, faces a homicide warrant and parole violation in Philadelphia. Officials warn he is armed and dangerous and urge anyone with information to call 911 or submit tips to local authorities. (SLCSO)

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The sheriff’s office said that Garcia remains a person of interest in the St. Lucie County case and faces a homicide warrant and parole violation in Philadelphia. Authorities warned last month that Garcia is armed and dangerous and urged anyone who sees him to call 911 immediately.

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Tips can also be submitted to the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office at 772-462-7300 or Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers at 800-273-8477.