Fatal Shooting in East Oak Cliff, Dallas
A 17-year-old died Sunday evening after being fatally shot in east Oak Cliff, Dallas police said.
Incident Details
At about 5:30 p.m., officers responded to an accident call in the 1500 block of East Overton Road. There, they found 17-year-old Casey Smith shot in the car.
Smith was taken to a hospital where he died from his injuries.
Investigation and Location
Police determined Smith was shot in the 3500 block of Ramona Avenue and attempted to drive away before crashing into a fence on East Overton Road.
The two locations are less than a quarter of a mile apart.
Request for Information
No suspect information was immediately available.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact detective Laurent Swanson at 469-934-5776 or laurent.swanson@dallaspolice.gov.
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Conclusion
The fatal shooting of 17-year-old Casey Smith in east Oak Cliff, Dallas, is a tragic incident that has raised concerns about the safety and well-being of teenagers in the area. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are urging anyone with information to come forward. It is essential for the community to come together to prevent such incidents and ensure that justice is served.
FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions about the incident:
Q: What happened to Casey Smith?
A: Casey Smith, a 17-year-old, was fatally shot in east Oak Cliff, Dallas, and died from his injuries.
Q: Where did the incident occur?
A: The incident occurred in the 3500 block of Ramona Avenue, and the victim crashed into a fence on East Overton Road.
Q: Is there any suspect information available?
A: No suspect information was immediately available, and the police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Q: How can I contact the detective handling the case?
A: You can contact detective Laurent Swanson at 469-934-5776 or laurent.swanson@dallaspolice.gov.
