Domestic Violence Call Turns Fatal
A Grand Prairie police officer fatally shot a man early Sunday as officers responded to a domestic violence call from a car traveling on Interstate 30.
The Incident Unfolds
About 12:50 a.m., officers responded to a 911 call from a woman who was screaming that she was being harmed in an altercation as the car continued west on I-30 after leaving Dallas, the Grand Prairie Police Department said in a news release.
The woman said her boyfriend was armed and under the influence, and was assaulting her while driving, according to the news release.
Police Response
Officers found the vehicle as it exited I-30 at Belt Line Road, the police said. The suspect stopped at a gas station.
The woman exited as an officer ran toward her, police said. The officers repeatedly ordered the man to show his hands, the release said.
The man “began reaching back inside” his vehicle, the police said. The officer fired his weapon and struck the suspect.
Aftermath
Officers administered first aid before the man was taken to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His identity was not released.
The woman was treated and released for injuries from the assault, the release said.
Investigation
It was unclear if the man was in the vehicle when he was shot. Officers found a loaded handgun in the direction the man was moving his hand, the news release said.
“According to witness statements, the suspect was firing the handgun multiple times out of the vehicle window prior to encountering officers,” the release states.
The Dallas County District Attorney’s Office is investigating, the release states.
The police department’s Office of Professional Standards will also investigate.
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Conclusion
The incident highlights the dangers of domestic violence and the importance of prompt police response. The investigation is ongoing, and the police department is working to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened during the incident?
A: A Grand Prairie police officer fatally shot a man after responding to a domestic violence call from a car traveling on Interstate 30. The man was armed and under the influence, and was assaulting his girlfriend while driving.
Q: Who is investigating the incident?
A: The Dallas County District Attorney’s Office and the police department’s Office of Professional Standards are investigating the incident.
Q: What is the status of the woman involved in the incident?
A: The woman was treated and released for injuries from the assault.
Q: Was the suspect armed?
A: Yes, the suspect was armed with a loaded handgun, which was found in the direction he was moving his hand when he was shot.
