Here’s the New York Daily News with a fascinating report:
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Los Angeles Clippers’ small forward Matt Barnes used his social media following to help track down the alleged murderer of his aunt and it may have led to his arrest.
“Michael Williams, suspect in the 24th street homicide, is in police custody thanks to a citizen tip. He was located in the Sacramento area,” the Sacramento police announced via Twitter on Tuesday.
L.A. Clippers forward Matt Barnes helps keep his aunt’s murder investigation in the public eye. Jae C. Hong/AP L.A. Clippers forward Matt Barnes helps keep his aunt’s murder investigation in the public eye.
Following the announcement from the police that Williams had been taken into custody, Barnes tweeted out a thank you to his supporters.
“We are very grateful and humbled by all the help we received from the media and most importantly you guys,” he said.