Three suspects arrested, one wanted in connection with Walmart murder
Published 9:53 am Wednesday, February 5, 2025
- Tashun Roderick Benard Hunter, 19, was arrested Monday and charged with capital murder and two shooting into an unoccupied vehicle. One suspect is still on the loose as of Tuesday. | Courtesy of Selma Police Department
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By Brent Maze and Faith Callens
The Selma Times-Journal
The Selma Police Department is looking for one additional suspect connected with the murder of a 40-year-old man at Walmart Friday night after three are already in custody.
Selma Police Chief Kenta Fulford said as Willie James Hunter, 20, of Selma as of Tuesday afternoon. According to the bulletin issued Tuesday, he was considered “armed and dangerous.”
Tashun Roderick Benard Hunter, 19, was arrested Monday and charged with capital murder and two shooting into an unoccupied vehicle.
Selma Police Lt. Ray Blanks said Saturday night that the criminal investigation division arrested two juveniles, ages 16 and 17, for capital murder and discharging into an occupied vehicle.
The arrest stems from a shooting that occurred on Friday, Jan. 31, at Walmart Supercenter around 8 p.m. Marcus Martin, 40, was fatally shot while sitting inside of a vehicle in the parking lot.
The incident has made a significant impact on the community. Several community leaders have made statements about the incident.
District Attorney Robert Turner said his office is deeply saddened and outraged by the tragic shooting that took place tonight at Walmart.
“Our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and everyone in our community affected by this senseless act of violence,” Turner said. “Let us be clear—our office is committed to holding those responsible accountable to the fullest extent of the law.”
Mayor James Perkins Jr. said the incident left him speechless for a time.
“Citizens should be able to go to Walmart, move throughout our community, and shop without incident. No one deserves this and this violence must stop,” Perkins said. “Safety is all of our concern and is our priority. And through the joint efforts of our law enforcement agencies, justice will be served.”