Hayden Smith Obituary, Death: Public Urged to Assist as Abilene Police Seek 32-Year-Old Anthony Devon Evans in Homicide Case Following Fatal Shooting of 30-Year-Old Hayden Smith at Spanky P’s Tavern

In a tragic occurrence that has shook the Abilene community, authorities are presently looking for Anthony Devon Evans, a 32-year-old man suspected of killing shooting 30-year-old Hayden Smith at Spanky P’s Tavern in south Abilene on October 27, 2024. The sad tragedy occurred at 11:30 p.m. at the popular local tavern, which has long served as a gathering spot for inhabitants looking for entertainment and friendship.

The Abilene Police Department reported that the shooting occurred following an altercation inside the tavern, which is known for its lively atmosphere and frequent patronage from the local community. Eyewitnesses reported hearing many gunshots and describing a chaotic scene as terrified clients fled the bar. Despite the quick response by law enforcement and emergency services, Smith was pronounced dead at the scene, leaving the community in shock and mourning the loss of a life taken too soon.

According to the Abilene Police Department, the incident that resulted in the shooting was preceded by a quarrel between Smith and Evans. While the specifics of the debate remain unknown, witnesses stated that tensions escalated swiftly, leading to the fatal outcome. Investigators are currently studying CCTV footage from the bar to get a better idea of what happened before the shooting.

Officers and medical staff responded immediately after receiving multiple reports of shooting from Spanky P’s Tavern. When they arrived, Smith was unresponsive and had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Despite the swift actions of first responders, he was pronounced dead on the site.