Police Arrest Lubbock Murder Suspect Akkini McDade
The 24-year-old was apprehended following an 11-day investigation into a deadly shooting.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Crime — General
Police have arrested 24-year-old Akkini McDade, who was booked into the Lubbock County Detention Center on charges of murder and aggravated assault. The arrest follows a shooting on October 11 that left 28-year-old Delton Lewis dead and 18-year-old Yundi Inthisan-Johnson injured.
Why it matters
The apprehension concludes a high-profile multi-agency search that lasted nearly two weeks after the incident at East 26th Street and Ivory Avenue. Local officials previously offered a $5,000 reward for information leading to the suspect.
Akkini McDade is currently held on a $250,000 bond at the Lubbock County Detention Center following his arrest. Law enforcement conducted an 11-day investigation before taking the suspect into custody.
The players
Akkini McDade
He is the 24-year-old suspect charged with murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Delton Lewis
The 28-year-old was identified as the victim who died from gunshot wounds during the incident.
Yundi Inthisan-Johnson
The 18-year-old victim sustained moderate injuries after suffering gunshot wounds.
Lubbock County Detention Center
This facility is the local jail where the suspect is being held pending legal proceedings.
The details
Officers responded to the intersection of East 26th Street and Ivory Avenue at 2:40 a.m. on October 11 following reports of shots fired. While Delton Lewis died from gunshot wounds, Yundi Inthisan-Johnson survived the encounter after receiving medical treatment.
Timeline
Oct. 11, 2026: Shooting occurs at East 26th Street and Ivory Avenue.
Oct. 11, 2026, 2:40 a.m.: Police respond to reports of shots fired.
Oct. 22, 2026: Law enforcement officials arrest Akkini McDade.
Legal Context
This case follows the standard Lubbock Police Department homicide investigation protocols used to track suspects in violent crimes. The multi-agency response reflects established procedures for apprehending fugitives in local felony investigations.
The arrest removes a suspect from the streets who was the subject of an 11-day manhunt. Residents in the area of East 26th Street and Ivory Avenue may see shifts in local patrol activity as the investigation transitions from a search phase to judicial proceedings.
The takeaway
Maintaining situational awareness remains a vital practice for residents when news of a search for a violent suspect is released. Community members with information on active investigations are encouraged to utilize official channels to assist law enforcement.
Further reading
For more information on local safety and legal updates, visit the Lubbock Crime — General news section.
