URGENT UPDATE: Arlington Police have just announced the arrest of 25-year-old Arthur Morris Jr. in connection with the 2021 murder of Kier Solomon, a transgender woman whose tragic death shocked the community. Following a four-year investigation, Morris, already incarcerated for an unrelated crime, faces a charge of murder.
On September 30, 2021, Solomon was found shot in her vehicle at a North Arlington apartment complex. Despite immediate medical attention, she succumbed to her injuries shortly after. The investigation revealed that Solomon was lured to the location through a dating app, a tactic later linked to Morris.
Detectives uncovered a disturbing pattern, as another victim reported a similar experience of robbery and aggravated assault weeks prior to Solomon’s death. The Arlington Police Department’s relentless efforts led them to establish crucial email and phone connections, placing Morris at the crime scene “before, during, and after the murder,” according to their report.
Chief of Police Al Jones praised the unwavering dedication of his detectives, stating,
“What never changes, though, is our commitment to delivering justice for victims of crime and exhausting every possible lead to achieve that goal.”
Currently detained at a facility in Childress, Texas, Morris is set to be transferred to Tarrant County for arraignment. This development indicates a significant step forward for justice for Solomon and her grieving community, as the details of this case continue to unfold.
The Arlington Police Department remains committed to providing updates as this case progresses. With the tireless work of law enforcement, the wheels of justice are slowly turning for Kier Solomon, whose life was tragically cut short. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
