SEDGWICK COUNTY — A third suspect accused in the shooting death of a Kansas teen is facing a murder charge.
On Friday, 25-year-old Jaron Palmer was charged with first-degree murder, aggravated burglary, aggravated battery aggravated robbery and battery, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney.
On April 25, police were dispatched to report of a shooting at the Morgan's Landing Apartments complex in the 3800 Block of West 13th Street in Wichita, according to Police Captain Jason Stephens.
When officers arrived, they learned there were five individuals inside the apartment at the time of the incident including 17-year-old Eric Stokes of Wichita who was shot and killed.
EMS transported a second shooting victim identified as a 17-year-old boy to a local hospital. He was treated for minor injuries and released, according to Stephens.
Investigators learned that three unknown, armed suspects arrived at the apartment, forced their way in and fired several shots that killed Stokes. The suspects fled on foot from the apartment complex. It was not a random incident and drugs are believed to have played a part, according to Stephens.
Police released a video of two suspects involved in the homicide. After the release, police received numerous tips from the community, which led to the identification and arrest of 18-year-old Easton Palmer and 18-year-old Breckyn I. Elliot both of Wichita. They have been charged with first degree murder aggravated robbery.
On June 21, police arrested Jaron Palmer. His next court appearance July 8. He is being held on a bond a $250,000, according to the district attorney.