Two killed, including 17-year-old in east Fort Worth shooting
The Fort Worth Police Department is investigating two shooting incidents that occurred in East Fort Worth.
On Monday, December 29, 2025, at 2:13 p.m., East Division officers were working on a unrelated disturbance call when they heard shots coming from the 1500 block of Liberty Street. Upon arrival, officers located a victim on the ground with gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced deceased at the park. The Medical Examiner has identified the victim as a 17-year-old female.
While investigating that call another shooting call came in.
At approximately 2:18 p.m. officers were dispatched to the 1700 Block of Handley Dr. on a shooting call. Upon arrival, officers located a parked vehicle occupied with one victim with a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the hospital and pronounced deceased shortly after. The investigation revealed that another occupant from the vehicle fled on foot, he was later located in a residence nearby.
Detectives found that a group of 15-20 individuals had met at the city park located at 1500 Liberty St. and began to exchange words. A physical altercation ensued and unknown suspect began shooting a handgun at the victims.
At this time, evidence suggests the shootings are related, and there are no known threats to the community. Homicide Detectives are interviewing all possible witnesses and following leads to identify and apprehend the suspect.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Fort Worth Police Department at 817-392-4222. Tips may also be submitted anonymously through Tarrant County Crime Stoppers by visiting 469tips.com or calling 817-469-8477.
