On August 24, 2025, shortly after 11:00 p.m., the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department received multiple 911 calls regarding a subject who had been shot at the Ridge Apartments, located at 701 N. Oats Street in Texarkana, Arkansas. The victim was later identified as 19-year-old Gary Nichols, who tragically lost his life in the incident.
When officers arrived, they located Nichols lying on the ground outside in the complex suffering from a gunshot wound. Several bystanders were already on scene attempting to render aid. Officers immediately secured the area and continued lifesaving measures until LifeNet EMS arrived. Despite their efforts, Nichols succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Detectives and Crime Scene personnel were quickly called out to begin their investigation. Evidence and witness statements gathered at the scene led investigators to identify the suspected shooter as 21-year-old Xavian Banks. He was arrested later that night and charged with Murder in the 2nd Degree. Banks is currently being held at the Miller County Jail pending further legal proceedings.
This case remains an active investigation, and authorities are continuing to follow up on leads. The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department is urging anyone who may have information related to this crime to contact the Criminal Investigation Division at 903-798-3154.
The tragic death of Gary Nichols has left his family and friends mourning the loss of a young life taken far too soon.
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