A South Dallas block already too familiar with crime scene tape saw more violence last Friday, as a 21-year-old woman was killed and a man was wounded in a shooting on Elsie Faye Heggins Street, police said.
Officers responded around 10:47 p.m. to the 4600 block of Elsie Faye Heggins Street, where Dallas Fire-Rescue pronounced the woman dead at the scene. A second victim, a man, was driven to a hospital in a private vehicle while detectives spread out across the area, knocking on doors and talking with witnesses.
What Police Say
According to the Dallas Police Department, the victim was identified as 21-year-old Jackie Jernigan. The case has been logged under number 021025-2026.
Investigators have not released any suspect information or a possible motive, and the case remains very much open, according to the department. Homicide detectives are still working the scene and following up on leads.
Per the department post, anyone with information is asked to contact Detective A. Thayer at 214-671-3657 or by email at [email protected].
Recent Shootings On The Block
This same stretch of Elsie Faye Heggins Street has seen multiple shootings in recent years, highlighting stubborn public safety problems in South Dallas.
As reported by The Dallas Morning News, investigators handled a fatal shooting in the 4600 block in early 2025. Local coverage later detailed another deadly incident nearby in April 2025. In the wake of those cases, neighbors have been pushing for more police presence and additional community resources to curb violence along the corridor.
How To Help Investigators
Per DPD Beat, anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact Detective A. Thayer at 214-671-3657 or via the email listed by the department.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 214-373-TIPS (8477), according to the Dallas Police website. Authorities say the investigation is active as homicide detectives review evidence and continue interviewing witnesses.
