Topline: The suspects were apprehended following an intensive investigation and a multi-jurisdictional manhunt.
Published: February 12, 2025 7:30 am ET
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Uriah Urek, left, and Tara King (via Galveston County Sheriff’s Office)
LAREDO, TX — After a coordinated manhunt, two teenage suspects have been arrested in Texas for the murder of a grandmother whose body was discovered on in her residence.
The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office announced the successful apprehension of two teen suspects charged with Capital Murder in connection to the homicide of Tammy King, which occurred on February 5, 2025.
The suspects, Tara King and Uriah Urick, were located and arrested in Laredo, Texas with the assistance of the USMS Gulf Coast Violent Offender’s Task Force – Laredo Division and Galveston Division.
The suspects were apprehended on February 9, 2025 following an intensive investigation and a multi-jurisdictional manhunt.
Deputies from the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office responded to a welfare concern at Tammy’s residence located at 4723 15th St, Bacliff, Texas, around 11 a.m. on February 6.
The call was made by a close friend of Tammy, who she had been unable to make contact with for over a week.
Upon arrival, Patrol Deputies found Tammy deceased inside the residence. The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit and Crime Scene Unit were called to the scene to conduct an investigation.
Investigators discovered evidence indicating foul play.
The Sheriff’s Office is committed to holding those accountable for violent crimes in our community. The swift apprehension of these suspects is a testament to the hard work and coordination of law enforcement at every level.
It’s unclear when or how Tammy was killed.
Tara King was identified as the victim’s granddaughter by ABC affiliate KTRK.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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Uriah Urek, left, and Tara King (via Galveston County Sheriff’s Office)
LAREDO, TX — After a coordinated manhunt, two teenage suspects have been arrested in Texas for the murder of a grandmother whose body was discovered on in her residence.
The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office announced the successful apprehension of two teen suspects charged with Capital Murder in connection to the homicide of Tammy King, which occurred on February 5, 2025.
The suspects, Tara King and Uriah Urick, were located and arrested in Laredo, Texas with the assistance of the USMS Gulf Coast Violent Offender’s Task Force – Laredo Division and Galveston Division.
The suspects were apprehended on February 9, 2025 following an intensive investigation and a multi-jurisdictional manhunt.
Deputies from the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office responded to a welfare concern at Tammy’s residence located at 4723 15th St, Bacliff, Texas, around 11 a.m. on February 6.
The call was made by a close friend of Tammy, who she had been unable to make contact with for over a week.
Upon arrival, Patrol Deputies found Tammy deceased inside the residence. The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit and Crime Scene Unit were called to the scene to conduct an investigation.
Investigators discovered evidence indicating foul play.
The Sheriff’s Office is committed to holding those accountable for violent crimes in our community. The swift apprehension of these suspects is a testament to the hard work and coordination of law enforcement at every level.
It’s unclear when or how Tammy was killed.
Tara King was identified as the victim’s granddaughter by ABC affiliate KTRK.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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The suspects were apprehended following an intensive investigation and a multi-jurisdictional manhunt.
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Published: February 12, 2025 7:30 am ET
Uriah Urek, left, and Tara King (via Galveston County Sheriff’s Office)
LAREDO, TX — After a coordinated manhunt, two teenage suspects have been arrested in Texas for the murder of a grandmother whose body was discovered on in her residence.
The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office announced the successful apprehension of two teen suspects charged with Capital Murder in connection to the homicide of Tammy King, which occurred on February 5, 2025.
The suspects, Tara King and Uriah Urick, were located and arrested in Laredo, Texas with the assistance of the USMS Gulf Coast Violent Offender’s Task Force – Laredo Division and Galveston Division.
The suspects were apprehended on February 9, 2025 following an intensive investigation and a multi-jurisdictional manhunt.
Deputies from the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office responded to a welfare concern at Tammy’s residence located at 4723 15th St, Bacliff, Texas, around 11 a.m. on February 6.
The call was made by a close friend of Tammy, who she had been unable to make contact with for over a week.
Upon arrival, Patrol Deputies found Tammy deceased inside the residence. The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit and Crime Scene Unit were called to the scene to conduct an investigation.
Investigators discovered evidence indicating foul play.
The Sheriff’s Office is committed to holding those accountable for violent crimes in our community. The swift apprehension of these suspects is a testament to the hard work and coordination of law enforcement at every level.
It’s unclear when or how Tammy was killed.
Tara King was identified as the victim’s granddaughter by ABC affiliate KTRK.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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