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19-year-old arrested in connection to Frisco High School student's death, police say

A Frisco 17-year-old was fatally shot Friday night, police said.

Updated at 3:50 p.m. with a statement from Frisco ISD officials.

A 19-year-old man has been arrested in connection to the shooting death of a Frisco High School student, police said Sunday.

Chineye Jones, a Frisco 17-year-old, was fatally shot around 7:25 p.m. Friday night. A man was also hurt in the shooting; he was taken to a local hospital for treatment by first responders. He was still hospitalized Sunday, according to officials.

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"Frisco ISD and Frisco High School are heartbroken by the loss of one of our students," a district spokesperson told WFAA. "The District will have grief counselors on hand starting [Monday] to support students and staff during this difficult time." 

Police allege Artis Ray Martin, a Frisco 19-year-old, shot both of them. He was arrested on charges of murder and aggravated assault and is currently being held at the Collin County jail in lieu of $150,000 bond. 

Credit: Frisco police
Mugshot of Artis Ray Martin

Investigators said they believe Martin knew Jones and the man shot. Authorities think the shooting was an isolated incident. Their investigation remains ongoing, and they are asking anyone with any information to contact Frisco police at 972-292-6010 or send an anonymous tip by texting FRISCOPD to 847411. 

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