WILLIAMSON COUNTY, TX Oct. 12, 2025 – According to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and first responders were dispatched at approximately 9:00 a.m. to the 5800 block of Parma Lane, outside the city limits of Round Rock, for a reported shooting.
Upon arrival, deputies located a female victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim, 43-year-old Tariro Ikpe, was transported to a local hospital where she was later pronounced deceased despite lifesaving efforts. Detectives have determined the incident to be a domestic violence-related homicide.
The victim’s husband, 65-year-old Ekong Ikpe, was taken into custody and has been charged with murder. The investigation remains ongoing.
A sheriff’s office commander said the situation underscores the devastating impact domestic violence can have on families and extended condolences to the victim’s family as detectives continue their work.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Tip Line at 512-943-1311.
