CRESTVIEW, Fla. (WKRG) — The Crestview man who was arrested for allegedly taking pictures and killing his spouse on Dec. 28, is a U.S. Army Soldier, who was assigned to 7th Special Forces Group (AirBorne) at Eglin Airforce Base.
Crestview Police stated they have been known as to 178 Nun Drive in Crestview at round 4 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 28 for an individual shot. When officers arrived, they recognized 31-year-old Rictaysha Barnum who was shot and killed inside the house.
Police stated 30-year-old Camden Tyre Barnum, of Crestview was the shooter. Camden and Rictaysha are husband and spouse. Camden Barnum was detained on scene and transported to the Okaloosa County Jail. He’s charged with homicide.
In a launch despatched out on Dec. 29, the 7th Special Forces Group stated Camden is a Human Intelligence Assortment Analyst, assigned to 1st Battalion, 7th SFG(A,) and reported to 7th Special Forces Group in 2021.
“7th SFG(A) extends our deepest condolences to the household of Rictaysha Barnum,” 7th SFG(A) stated within the launch. “Our ideas and prayers are with all of them, significantly their kids throughout this troublesome time.”
7th SFG(A) stated particulars of the investigation and potential fees Barnum could face are nonetheless pending because the case stays below investigation by civilian legislation enforcement authorities and seventh SFG(A) is cooperating with the continuing investigation.
Police stated the explanation for the taking pictures continues to be below investigation, however “it seems to be related to home violence inside the residence.”
