Police investigate self-defense shooting

July 17, 2025

Grand Prairie—The Grand Prairie Police Department responded to a shooting in the 1800 block of Avenue E on July 13th at around 5:45 a.m. Officers located an adult male at a residence with an apparent gunshot wound. The male was pronounced deceased by the Grand Prairie Fire Department. 

Detectives determined the deceased male suspect arrived at the residence of a female with whom he had been in a prior relationship with. The suspect forced his way into the residence where he began to assault the female. During the assault, the female was able to retrieve a handgun and shot the suspect, preventing further violence against her. The female was transported to a local hospital and is expected to recover from her injuries. 

This case is being investigated as a self-defense shooting and will be referred to the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office for review. 

The identity of the deceased will be released by the Dallas County Medical Examiners Officer once the next of kin has been notified. 

SOURCE Grand Prairie Police Department





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