Crime
Shooting at Dallas ICE Facility: Multiple Detainees Killed in Transport Van, Suspect Dead
Authorities confirmed that four people are dead—including the gunman—after a sniper opened fire on an unmarked van transporting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainees outside a federal facility in Dallas early Wednesday morning.
The incident occurred at approximately 6:40 a.m. on September 24, 2025, when Dallas police responded to reports of gunfire near the 8100 block of North Stemmons Freeway.
According to investigators, the assailant positioned himself on the rooftop of a building adjacent to the ICE facility and fired multiple rounds at the van as it entered the premises.
Three detainees were struck by gunfire.
One victim was pronounced dead at the scene, while two others were transported to a local hospital.
By midday, officials with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed that a second detainee had succumbed to injuries, raising the victim count to three. The third detainee remains in critical condition.
The shooter, identified only as a white male armed with a rifle, fatally shot himself as law enforcement officers closed in.
“The suspect is deceased,” Dallas Police said in a statement. “This is an ongoing investigation, and we will provide further details during a scheduled media briefing later today.”
Law enforcement sources indicated that investigators believe they know the suspect’s identity but are awaiting final confirmation before releasing it to the public.
Both the FBI and DHS are assisting the Dallas Police Department with the investigation.
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson is expected to join police officials in a press conference later today to address the attack. Congressman Marc Veasey (D–TX) issued a statement expressing condolences, calling the shooting “a senseless act of violence against vulnerable individuals.” He added, “Our office continues to keep the victims in our prayers.”
The attack has left the community shaken and raised fresh concerns about security at federal facilities and during detainee transport operations.
Former law enforcement leaders in Dallas have already described the incident as a “serious security breach” requiring immediate review of existing protocols.
Authorities have not yet disclosed a motive, and the investigation remains ongoing.
TAUNTON, Mass. — One person was killed and seven others were injured in an overnight shooting at a house party in Taunton, Massachusetts, authorities said.
The shooting happened at approximately 12:35 a.m. Sunday at a residence in the 261 Weir Street area. Taunton police officers responded after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots.
When officers arrived, they found several people suffering from gunshot wounds. Investigators were also informed that additional victims had already been transported to area hospitals for medical treatment.
Authorities ultimately identified eight shooting victims, all of whom were reportedly in their early 20s.
One of the victims, 22-year-old Zirovick Depina of Brockton, was pronounced dead early Sunday morning, according to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
Of the seven surviving victims, one remains in serious but stable condition, while the others suffered injuries that were considered non-life-threatening. Their identities have not been publicly released.
The shooting occurred during a gathering at the residence. Images from the scene showed a tent and tables in the yard, along with white balloons and what appeared to be a photo backdrop near a garage.
A neighbor told authorities that large gatherings and loud parties had reportedly been common at the residence.
The home is located about a mile from the Taunton Police Department headquarters. The neighbor expressed concern about the shooting occurring in the area, particularly given the late-night activity.
The investigation is being conducted by Taunton Police, Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office, and other investigative units. Detectives are working to determine what led to the gunfire and identify those responsible.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact Taunton police or investigators with the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional information is expected as authorities continue gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.