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Beaumont police are seeking 18-year-old Darien Harrington, wanted on a tampering with evidence warrant linked to the May 7 fatal shooting of Brannon Briggs at Perlstein Park. The incident occurred in the Amelia neighborhood near Landis Street, where officers responded to reports of a large fight that escalated into a shooting. Briggs, 18, died after being hospitalized. Investigators say the confrontation was not random. Two suspects—Jean Harrell, 18, arrested May 7, and Demarion Smith, 18, who surrendered May 8—have been charged with murder. Harrington remains at large. Police urge the public to contact Beaumont Police at 409-832-1234 or Southeast Texas Crime Stoppers at 409-833-TIPS (8477) with information. The investigation remains active, with city officials emphasizing community collaboration to address violence. Recent efforts include expanding surveillance networks and youth prevention programs.
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