Texarkana Men Indicted for Murder, Assault, Robbery

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 5:47 AM

Two men have been indicted in connection to a deadly shooting in Texarkana.

Two men have been indicted in connection to a deadly shooting in Texarkana. Benjamin Cole Brem, 24, and Phajae Lajonte Moore, 19, face murder and aggravated assault charges for a May 10 shooting that killed 21-year-old Jaylon Betts and injured a 52-year-old man. Police say the victims may not have been the intended targets.

Brem also faces charges for allegedly choking a former girlfriend and for an armed robbery at the Red River Credit Union, where $98,000 was stolen. Both men remain jailed in Bowie County on over $1 million bond.

More from Local News

Veterans Day Extravaganza Returns to Downtown Texarkana

The second annual Veterans Day Extravaganza is coming to downtown Texarkana Saturday, November 14th, featuring a parade, food vendors, family activities, and live entertainment.
Man Arrested After Standoff With Bowie County Deputies

A 57-year-old man was arrested Tuesday after barricading himself inside his home and refusing to surrender to law enforcement.
Bark in the Park Returns to Texarkana November 7

The City of Texarkana, Texas, will celebrate the 10th annual Bark in the Park on Saturday, November 7th, from 9 a.m. until noon at the Kylee Sullivan Dog Park at Spring Lake Park.
Texarkana Homicide Under Investigation

The Texarkana, Texas Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that claimed the life of a 19-year-old man.
Voters Urged to Check Early Voting Deadlines Ahead of November 3 Election

Election Day is November 3rd, and voters across the region are being reminded to check early voting deadlines and polling locations.

Texarkana Men Indicted for Murder, Assault, Robbery

Share

More from Local News