Irving Teen Killed After Christmas Eve Drug Sale

UPDATED 12/26/17 7:02AM

IRVING (WBAP/KLIF) – Irving police continue a search for two suspects in connection with the shooting death of a plano teen Sunday night.

17-year old Brett Adkins was killed in an apparent drug deal gon bad. Police say he drove to Irving for a drug sale when a fight broke out. One of two suspects fired a weapon, striking Adkins.

The teen was the son of a local business man who owns car dealerships in McKinney, Dallas and Mesquite.

Multiple Twitter users remembered Adkins as a fun, outgoing friend:

It all started in the 4th grade… We grew close immediately. We played sports together, traveled together, and created memories that will last a lifetime. I am who I am today because of Brett Adkins. Rest In Peace pic.twitter.com/8TrVgpaafg

— Pierce (@PierceBlank) December 25, 2017

Rest easy Brett Adkins you we’re such an amazing friend and person. Your personality was contagious and there was not one second where we didn’t laugh together. My heart hurts. I love you forever buddy

— sean (@sean_ramirez2) December 25, 2017

On Christmas. This cannot be real life. Life is so priceless and valuable. Pray for the Adkins. You won't ever be forgotten. Truly heartbroken. Rip Brett. pic.twitter.com/bV2pDLy3Am

— B (@bella_dinardo) December 25, 2017

no one deserves this.. especially not on christmas. praying for the Adkins family and all of Brett's friends. Too young man..💔

— rachel:) (@rachelkaanu) December 25, 2017

Original post: 12/25/17

IRVING (WBAP/KLIF) – Police are investigating a Christmas Eve homicide that took the life of a 17-year-old boy.

According to an Irving Police press release, the victim, identified as Brett Adkins of Plano, drove to Irving to conduct a marijuana sale shortly before 9:00 PM. During the exchange, one suspect produced a gun. A fight ensued, and a single shot was fired, striking Adkins in the chest. He later died at a Baylor Hospital in Grapevine.

Police say two suspects fled on foot and are still at large.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Irving Police Department at (972) 273-1010 and reference case number 17-28727. Additionally, tips may be submitted to [email protected]. The investigation is ongoing.