Two individuals are fighting for their lives after a double shooting erupted Wednesday afternoon in a Dallas neighborhood, sending both victims to a local hospital in critical condition.
Dallas police were dispatched to the 8700 block of Wood Homestead Drive at approximately 5:10 p.m. following reports of a shooting at the location.
Investigators arriving at the scene determined that a known suspect opened fire on the two victims before fleeing the area. Officers had not yet arrived when the shooter made their escape, leaving behind two critically wounded individuals who required immediate emergency medical attention.
Both victims were transported to a nearby hospital where they remained in critical condition. Authorities have not released details about the nature of their injuries or their current status.
Despite identifying the shooter as a known suspect, Dallas police have not publicly disclosed any information that could help identify the individual. The decision to withhold suspect details is common in active investigations where officers are working to locate a fleeing subject.
The investigation remains active and ongoing as detectives work to piece together the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact Dallas police.