A tragic shooting at a car wash located about 30 miles west of Dallas has left a community reeling. On Monday, Forest Hill police officers discovered the bodies of a 30-year-old man and his 5-year-old daughter just before 11 a.m. The victims have been identified by family and friends as local rapper Ronnie "LilRonnie" Smith and his young daughter.
The Texas Rangers are leading the investigation into this double homicide, with assistance from the Forest Hill Police Department’s Criminal Division as well as other local law enforcement agencies. Authorities are actively searching for two suspects, Adonis Robinson, 24, and Jakobie Russell, 21, who have capital murder warrants issued for their arrest. These men are accused of fatally shooting Smith and his daughter.
Suspects' Backgrounds and Criminal Histories
Robinson and Russell are both considered armed and dangerous. Robinson, who was recently released from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in August, is a convicted sex offender. His past offenses include the sexual assault of a 55-year-old woman in 2021 and failing to comply with sex offender registration requirements in 2022.
Russell's criminal record is also significant. His previous convictions include an assault charge earlier this year, assaulting a pregnant woman in 2023, and a weapons charge in 2022. The suspects reportedly approached Smith’s vehicle at the car wash before fleeing the scene in a white four-door Kia.
Community Impact and Ongoing Investigation
The violent loss of Ronnie "LilRonnie" Smith and his young daughter has deeply affected those who knew them. Stella Houston, a family friend, expressed her sorrow, stating:
"He was a good kid. He was," – Stella Houston
Smith was known in the local music scene as G$ Lil Ronnie, and his untimely death has left a void among his fans and community members.
The Texas Rangers and other law enforcement agencies continue to gather evidence and pursue leads in this case. The authorities urge anyone with information about Robinson and Russell's whereabouts to come forward immediately.
Public Safety Alert and Next Steps
As the search continues, police caution the public to remain vigilant. The suspects are considered armed and dangerous, posing a potential threat to anyone who might encounter them. The investigation remains active, with law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to bring justice for Smith and his daughter.
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