HEARNE, Texas (KWTX) – Authorities in Texas are looking for the suspect in a deadly shooting in Hearne.
Monterrius Smith, Jr., 23, is wanted in the murder of Tavion Hyman, 23, investigators said.
On Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, at approximately 1:30 am, officers with the Hearne Police Department responded to the Eastside Apartment complex, located at 1102 South Riley Street, to investigate a shots fired report.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Hyman suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The man succumbed to his injuries at the scene, police said.
Smith, Jr. fled the scene of the shooting and is believed to be armed and dangerous.
He was last seen driving a 2020 Chevrolet Malibu with Texas license plate SMG5523.
If anyone has information to Smith’s location or has information about this incident, please contact the Hearne Police Department at 979-279-5333.
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