On Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at approximately 6:06 p.m., Dallas Police Officers responded to a shooting call in the 2700 block of 2nd Avenue. Upon arrival, officers observed several individuals attempting to apply first aid to the male victim who suffered a gunshot wound. Dallas Fire and Rescue arrived at the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital where he died from his injuries.
According to witnesses, an unknown Black male suspect approached the victim, chased him down, and shot him. The motives and circumstances surrounding this offense are still under investigation.
The Dallas Police Department is asking for anyone with information regarding this investigation to contact Homicide Detective Jake Morgan, #9739, at 214-671-3630 or by email at jake.morgan@dallascityhall.com. Please reference case number 121742-2022.
All media inquiries should be directed to DPD media relations at 214-671-4065 or email pio@dpd.dallascityhall.com.