The suspect in a shooting at Timberview High School in Arlington, Texas that hospitalized three people is in police custody.
Timothy Simpkins, an 18-year-old student at the high school, was not immediately apprehended following his alleged shooting. He was arrested after several hours of searching on charges of aggravated assault with a gun.
The suspect has been taken into custody without incident and charged with multiple counts of Aggravated Assault with a gun. Most students have been safely evacuated from Timberview High School. Thank you for everyone’s help. pic.twitter.com/h9Zs8Zxpze
— Arlington Police, TX (@ArlingtonPD) October 6, 2021
Police told the public to be on the lookout for a 2018 silver Dodge Charger. Police believe the shooting was not random but a result of a fight between students.
We are looking for a shooting suspect in today’s incident at @mansfieldisd Timberview School. Please call 911 if you know the whereabouts of 18-year old Timothy George Simpkins who may be driving a 2018 Silver Dodge Charger with license plate PFY-6260. pic.twitter.com/npaNVBDXRp
— Arlington Police, TX (@ArlingtonPD) October 6, 2021
Four people were injured, but one with only minor injuries refused treatment. The other three were taken to the hospital and are reportedly undergoing surgery.
Police received reports of a shooting on the second floor around 9:15 a.m central time, and the school remained on lockdown until after 11 am. Police set up an area for parents to pick up their children, who are being transported by buses.
All Parents –@mansfieldisd is setting up a parent reunification point at the Center for Performing Arts located at 1110 W. Debbie. Officers will be at that scene. Students will eventually be bused to that location after the school is completely secured. pic.twitter.com/gmv8UJBXDk
— Arlington Police, TX (@ArlingtonPD) October 6, 2021
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
