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1 man killed, several cars struck by gunfire in Dallas shooting
DALLAS — A man was killed and multiple cars were struck by gunfire in a shooting in Old East Dallas late Wednesday night, police said. The shooting happened shortly before 11 p.m. in the 3500 block of Munger Avenue, near Hall Street and U.S. 75. One man was shot, and he died, according to police at the scene. Multiple cars were also shot during the incident, according to police and footage from the scene.
Dallas Store Employee Dies Following Armed Robbery, Suspect Charged with Capital Murder
Tragedy struck a Dallas community earlier this month, as an early morning robbery escalated to violence, resulting in the death of a local store employee. Last Monday, Dallas Police were summoned to a convenience store in the 300 block of S. Marsalis Avenue after a report of an aggravated robbery at approximately 5:45 a.m., as reported by the Dallas Police Department.
Dallas man kills woman, then himself in apparent murder-suicide
DALLAS, Texas — A man and woman were found dead in a Dallas apartment in what authorities are calling an apparent murder-suicide. On July 15, 2024, at approximately 3:10 p.m., Dallas Fire and Rescue responded to a call for a health and welfare check in the 3400 block of Mahanna Street. The preliminary investigation determined that DFR forced entry into the apartment and found 26-year-old Solmaira Vazquez Castillo in the bathroom with stab wounds.
Masked burglars target Hispanic-owned North Texas businesses
DALLAS - Grand Prairie police are looking for a group of thieves who broke into a small business and stole tens of thousands of dollars. Surveillance video inside a Grand Prairie restaurant shows the group in hoodies and masks removing a safe from the back office. While FOX 4 was...
Yes, the Dallas native who tried to kill a president is a free man now
DALLAS — The assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump was the first time someone had tried to kill a current or former U.S. leader in more than 40 years. The last time it happened was in March 1981, when President Ronald Reagan was seriously wounded in a shooting in Washington.
Dallas police bust suspected chop shop as car theft victims watch
DALLAS — A North Texas man managed to track down his wife's stolen car, and in the process helped lead police to an apparent chop shop.While he did not want to share his name, he was willing to share his story. "My wife's Super Sport was stolen Tuesday night from DeSoto, and thank God we had a tracker." He says they followed the car as it moved from location to location before making its way to a home on Mail Avenue, a dead-end street between Love Field and Parkland Hospital."Fortunately, we were able to finally put eyes on it and contact DPD,"...
Trump shooting will be the same
When JFK was shot in Dallas in November 1963, I was home from school sick. It was up in the Chicago area, and I was watching “Bozo the Clown” on WGN. Suddenly, one of the news anchors broke in with the news – shots fired at the president.At the time, the TV was an old black- andwhite, and being so young, 8, I couldn’t really understand why my mom was crying when word came not long after that the president was actually dead.I asked her why she was crying.“I thought you didn’t like him,” I said.That’s how naïve my brain ...
Man in critical condition after crash in North Dallas, officials say
DALLAS — A driver was hospitalized in critical condition after a crash on Miller Road at the LBJ Freeway early Tuesday morning, officials say. Dallas Fire-Rescue was called to the one-vehicle crash shortly before 3 a.m. and say the driver of a black Toyota Camry had been ejected. Crews...
Suspect Steals Taser and Attacks Officer at Irving Walmart (Video)
An off-duty officer working security at an Irving Walmart was attacked by a man accused of recording videos of women. Kevin Holland, 41, is charged with two counts of assault, evading arrest, and taking a weapon from an officer. Additional charges may arise from his alleged attempts to secretly record women.
Mesquite Police arrest Christion James in connection with July 9 murder
On July 9, at approximately 11:38 p.m., the Mesquite Police Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 3400 block of N. Town East Blvd. Officers arrived on scene and located an 18-year-old male with a gunshot wound to his chest. An acquaintance of the victim was conducting CPR as officers arrived. Officers assisted in CPR and attempted to provide other life sustaining treatment to the victim until Mesquite Fire arrived on scene. The victim was transported to the hospital where he later died. The deceased was identified as Kavontae Slate of Mesquite, Texas.
Prescott Fraud Suspect Arrested in Texas: Over $40,000 Recovered
Prescott, AZ (July 16, 2024) - The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office has been investigating email fraud in the Prescott area that resulted in the loss of over $40,000. It was alleged that someone had hacked into an unsuspecting 3rd party’s email and initiated a wire transfer from a bank account. The victim contacted the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, and an investigation was opened.
FBI seeking fedora-wearing "Derby Desperado" in North Texas bank heists
NORTH TEXAS – The FBI is asking for help identifying a well-dressed bank robber it has dubbed the "Derby Desperado."The suspect struck banks in Garland, on July 3, and Dallas, on July 12.The FBI said the suspect is a stocky white male, roughly 5 feet 7 inches to 5 feet 9 inches tall, with light or white skin, green or hazel eyes, and thick dark eyebrows.During the robberies at Texans Credit Union, located at 7220 Telecom Parkway in Garland, and the Capital One Bank, at 2903 Forest Lane in Dallas, the man wore a dark-colored suit, brown shoes, and a light...
CBP warns of dangers of buying fake merchandise with 'Truth Behind Counterfeits' campaign
DALLAS - The United States Customs and Border Protection is warning the public about counterfeit merchandise. It goes without saying that everyone loves a bargain. But if the price sounds too good to be true, it probably is. CBP’s Truth Behind Counterfeits campaign made a stop at DFW International Airport...
'Aim Better': Dallas Police Officer on Administrative Leave for Comment Following Trump Assassination Attempt
Following the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump (R), the Dallas Police Department received a complaint after one of its officers allegedly left a comment saying, “Aim better,” referring to the shots fired. The officer in question, Sergeant Arturo Martinez was placed on administrative leave by DPD.
Mesquite police arrest man in 2014 beating, rape; look to solve more cold cases with genealogy techniques
Mesquite police say DNA technology recently helped solve a decade-old case involving the brutal beating and rape of a disabled woman. The police department is now reviewing other unsolved crimes that may also be solved. The savage attack happened in September 2014 in the 3500 block of Moon Drive in...
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