Timpson Fuel Station Scene of Reported Multiple Gunshots (Updated)


Shelby County Sheriff's Investigator Aaron Jones is seen going over details with Sheriff's Deputy Cody Muse.

March 9, 2023 - Emergency personnel responded to the Timpson Quick Stop when multiple gun shots were reported from the area of the business’s car wash Thursday, March 9, 2023, around 7:18pm.

When law enforcement officials arrived at the scene of the incident, the suspect and potential victim had each fled the scene. The area of the car wash was cordoned off with crime scene tape as an investigation ensued.


Constable Josh Tipton, Investigator Chad Hooper, Constable Taylor Fanguy and Investigator Aaron Jones examine area of the Timpson Quick Stop Car Wash.

Officers with the Shelby County Sheriff’s Department, Constables from Precincts 2,4, and 5 were all at the scene working together along with Texas Department of Public Safety.

The Shelby County Sheriff's Department has provided updated information on this incident and suspect, Michael Babee, is in custody. See more information here: Barbee in Custody Following Shooting Incident in Timpson

 

At around 9:16pm, officers performed a final sweep of the cordoned off area for any remaining evidence.

Related article: Barbee in Custody Following Shooting Incident in Timpson