Suspect identified in fatal officer-involved shooting, DPS reports

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On May 5, 2026, investigators with the Texas Office of the Attorney General (OAG) were serving an arrest warrant for indecency with a child at an apartment complex located in the 3600 block of Outlet Boulevard in Fort Worth.

Investigators located the subject of the warrant, identified as Matthew Cruz, 36, hiding in an apartment.

Investigators encountered Cruz in a confined area and were in close proximity to him. The investigators gave commands to Cruz, which he disregarded, and observed him to be armed with a knife. Investigators discharged their weapons, striking Cruz, and he was pronounced deceased at the scene.

No officers or other members of the public were injured.

As part of standard OAG practice and at the request of the OAG, the Texas Rangers are investigating this incident. As this is an ongoing investigation, no further information is currently available.

Suspect confesses to shooting five people, four of them at Carrollton business

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On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at approximately 9:57 a.m., Carrollton police and fire were dispatched to the 4000 block of State Highway 121 following reports of a shooting with multiple victims.

Upon arrival, officers located four adult victims with apparent gunshot wounds. There is one confirmed deceased male, and three other victims, two males and one female, who were transported to an area hospital and are in stable condition.

During the investigation, officers were notified of a second reported shooting at approximately 11:13 a.m. in the 2700 block of Old Denton Rd. Officers arrived on scene and located one deceased adult male inside an apartment. The investigation later revealed this shooting was carried out by the same suspect.

The suspect, identified as Seung Ho Han (age 69), was successfully taken into custody at approximately 12:12 p.m. after a short foot chase in the Korea Town area (I35 & George Bush Turnpike).

There is no ongoing threat to the public.

Detectives interviewed the suspect who confessed to shooting all five victims. The suspect stated he was angry at the victims due to financial disagreements related to their business dealings.

The Carrollton Police Department and Carrollton Fire Rescue would like to thank the Lewisville Police Department, Lewisville Fire Department, Texas Department of Public Safety, Denton County Sheriff’s Office, Denton County Constables, FBI, ATF, and U.S. Marshals Service.

Driver shoots another driver after road rage incident, FWPD says

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The Fort Worth Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon in Northwest division.

On Thursday, April 30, 2026, at approximately 2:35 p.m., Northwest division officers were called to the 4600 block of N. Freeway (I35W) service road near Meacham in reference to a shooting.

Preliminary information indicates that two individual drivers, both adult males, had a possible road rage incident while traveling northbound on Interstate 35W. Both drivers then exited the freeway at the Meacham Boulevard exit.

At the traffic light, some type of incident occurred and one of the drivers shot the other one. The shooter called police and stated that he had shot someone. 

Officers arrived on scene along with the Fort Worth Fire Department to provide medical aid. The driver that was shot was transported to a local hospital where he died.

Per normal protocol, homicide detectives were notified and made the scene.

The shooter is detained and currently speaking with homicide detectives.

The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office will determine the manner, cause of death, and identity of the deceased.

Anyone who may have witnessed or has additional information on this incident 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.

Civilian Response Unit member shot in north Fort Worth

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At around 11:45am, members of FWPD’s Civilian Response Unit were dispatched to the 3500 block of N. Juliet Street to take report of a burglary.

When one of the CRU units arrived on scene, an individual across the street fired shots at the CRU members with what appeared to be a rifle, according to FWPD.

One of the CRU members was shot during the incident. A radio broadcast of the shooting was transmitted, and additional FWPD officers responded to the scene.

When FWPD officers arrived, the suspect fired shots at them as well. The officers returned fire. It is unknown if the suspect was hit.

The suspect was last seen running away from the house.

The CRU member is in stable condition, according to Chief Garcia. He was talking and alert.

The scene remains very active as of 3:30pm as FWPD officers, including SWAT, continue to search for the suspect. It’s best to continue to avoid this area.

Thanks to Griffin Kampen for the photo.

One fatality confirmed, many more residents injured in Wise County after tornado

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The following is a release from Wise County Judge JD Clark:

Wise County emergency responders continue to manage a major severe‑weather incident impacting the Runaway Bay area this evening. The storm caused significant structural damage across multiple neighborhoods, resulting in at least 20 families displaced, numerous injuries, and one confirmed fatality.

Emergency crews from Wise County EMS, local fire departments, law enforcement agencies, and multiple mutual‑aid partners remain actively engaged in rescue, medical response, and damage assessment.

All county ambulances are committed to the incident, and additional EMS and fire resources from surrounding jurisdictions are en route or already operating in the area.

Access to several affected structures is severely limited due to roadway blockages, downed utilities, and debris. Responders are coordinating closely with utility providers to clear hazards and restore safe access for rescue operations.

The American Red Cross is inbound to support displaced families and assist with sheltering and recovery needs.

A Reunification Center has been established at:
513 Port O’ Call Drive, Runaway Bay
Families seeking information about loved ones or needing assistance are encouraged to report to this location.

For the safety of residents and first responders, the public is strongly urged to avoid the Runaway Bay area. Clear roadways are essential for emergency access and ongoing life‑safety operations.

Additional updates will be provided as conditions evolve and verified information becomes available.

Man arrested for Manslaughter after woman shot in the face, Benbrook police say

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On Friday, April 17, at 7:26pm, Benbrook Police and Fire/EMS responded to a residence in the 1000 block of Sproles Drive for a report of someone accidentally shot in the face. 

Upon arrival, officers observed the 42-year-old female victim unconscious with an apparent gunshot wound. She was transported to Harris Hosptial Downtown,where she was pronounced deceased.

After an on-scene investigation, officers arrested a 39-year-old male in connection to the shooting. He is currently being held on manslaughter charges.

The investigation is ongoing.

Man confesses to shooting, carjacking after victim’s body found in Fort Worth, police say

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On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, the Fort Worth Police Missing Persons Unit was notified about a missing person who did not return home from work on April 13, 2026. 

Missing Persons officers learned that the victim’s car was found at the Quality Inn at 121 E I-20 Frontage Road in Arlington.

On April 15, 2026, officers reviewed video surveillance from the motel and learned that an unknown person (suspect) arrived at the motel driving the victim’s car shortly after he left work.

On April 16, 2026, Missing Persons officers met with homicide detectives who took lead of the investigation. Detectives identified the suspect, and he was arrested for unrelated charges.

On April 17, 2026, homicide detectives found the victim’s body in an open field on the east side of Fort Worth.

Detectives spoke with the suspect, and he confessed to shooting the victim and stealing his car. 

Detectives learned that the victim and suspect worked together.

The suspect, Gregory D. Lewis, 34, remains in custody. Homicide detectives will be filing a capital murder charge.

The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office will determine the manner, cause of death, and identity of the deceased.

Two people killed in Fort Worth incident

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The Fort Worth Police Department is investigating a double fatal accident that occurred just north of downtown on Thursday morning.

On Thursday, April 16, 2026, at approximately 11:28 a.m., officers from Central division and Fort Worth Fire responded to a car accident near 1940 Delga Street. 

Upon arrival, officers learned that the car struck a parked car on Delga Street and then continued traveling a short distance before it stopped. First responders found a deceased adult male in the passenger area of the wrecked car. Fort Worth Fire provided medical care to the adult male driver, but he succumbed to his injuries and died on scene.

During the investigation of the accident, Fort Worth Fire discovered a large amount of an unknown chemical inside the vehicle. The area was secured and detectives were called to the scene. 

One firefighter was transported to a local hospital for a possible exposure.

Detectives with the traffic investigations unit are investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident and additional details will be shared when available.

UPDATE

During the investigation of the accident, Fort Worth Fire discovered a large amount of an unknown chemical inside the vehicle. The area was secured, and traffic investigation detectives and narcotics officers were called to the scene.

Ten white plastic buckets full of liquid were found inside the car. The fumes from this liquid were very strong, but were contained inside this vehicle.

The content inside the buckets was tested and was presumptive positive for liquid methamphetamine. The total estimated weight of the substance was 480 pounds, and it has a potential street value between one and three million dollars.

Juvenile killed in pedestrian crash on Highway 183 in Irving

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The Irving Police Department is investigating a fatality accident that occurred late Saturday night.

Authorities say two vehicles were traveling westbound on the Highway 183 Express Lanes near Belt Line Road. A juvenile climbed over the cement guardrail into the express lanes, and was hit by both vehicles.

The juvenile was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Dallas County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the victim as a 12-year-old male.

Police are still working to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident.

Multiple vehicle crash claims life of female motorcyclist, FWPD says

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On Sunday, April 12, at 10:38pm, Fort Worth Police and Fire/EMS responded to a major accident on southbound Interstate 35W near I20.

Officers arrived on scene and found a six-vehicle accident, according to FWPD.

Multiple individuals were transported to local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries. One person, a female motorcyclist, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Southbound lanes of I35W were diverted onto I20 while FWPD’s Traffic Investigations Unit worked the scene.

The identity of the woman will be released by the Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office.

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