A man was fatally shot earlier this month in Fort Worth, police said, as they continue to seek information from the public about the incident. On the evening of April 5th, around 8:33 p.m., officers were called out to the 1000 block of NW 16th St. where they discovered an adult male with gunshot wounds. The unidentified victim was transported to a local hospital but later died from his injuries.
The Fort Worth Police Department is actively investigating the homicide and has urged anyone with video footage or knowledge about the fatal shooting to promptly come forward. According to the Fort Worth Police Department, officials are hopeful that community tips can aid in bringing closure to the case. The statement encouraged people, "Detectives are asking anyone with video or other information about this incident to call the Fort Worth Police Homicide Investigations Unit."
The victim's name has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin. The case has left residents shaken as the search for the perpetrator continues. There is an appeal for people with any relevant information to contact the Fort Worth Police, or to stay anonymous, they can reach out to Crime Stoppers of Tarrant County.
Fort Worth Police have said details about the circumstances that led to the shooting are still being pieced together. Anyone willing to provide information has been reminded that they can remain anonymous and might be eligible for a cash reward. The department provided the number for Crime Stoppers of Tarrant County—817-469-8477—in hopes that someone will step forward to effectively help solve this crime. In their statement, Fort Worth Police declared, "Tipsters can remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers of Tarrant County at 817-469-8477."
