A routine yesterday in Far North Dallas was cut short by gunfire when a person was fatally shot along the 14700 block of Preston Road, according to police. Officers were called to the scene around 2:15 p.m., where they found an individual who had been shot. The victim later died, and authorities said the suspect remained at large.
As reported by The Dallas Morning News, investigators said an unidentified person was shot by an unknown suspect, and they have not released information about the weapon, possible motive, or the victim’s identity. Police issued only a brief statement and said detectives are still working to piece together what led up to the shooting.
According to FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth, Dallas Fire-Rescue also responded to the call. First responders found an unresponsive person, who was later pronounced dead. FOX 4 reported that no arrests had been made and that the investigation remained active.
Recent violence in Far North Dallas
The killing adds to a troubling run of deadly incidents in Far North Dallas, fueling ongoing concern about gun violence in the area. The Dallas Morning News reported a Dec. 11, 2025, shooting in Far North Dallas that left two people dead, and other similar cases have been documented by local outlets.
How to help
Police said the investigation is ongoing and are urging anyone who might have seen or heard something to come forward. As FOX 4 reported, authorities are asking witnesses to contact Dallas police with any tips as detectives work to develop leads.
This story will be updated as police release more details or identify a suspect. For now, investigators have not provided additional information about the victim.
