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Yahoo
2 days ago
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Grand Prairie family seeks answers in fatal shooting of 18-year-old
The Brief An 18-year-old was shot and killed in Grand Prairie in April, just before his high school graduation. Another 18-year-old, Keionn Winters, has been charged with capital murder in connection with the shooting. Investigators have not publicly disclosed a motive, though the victim's family believes he was targeted in a robbery. GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas - An 18-year-old arrested on suspicion of murdering another in Grand Prairie last month is one of 98 fugitives arrested in a North Texas sting operation. What we know The full circumstances surrounding a deadly shooting in Grand Prairie in April are still coming to light. So far, we know two 18-year-old boys were involved. One is dead, and the other is charged with his murder. 18-year-old Jose Luis Flores was shot and killed on April 27 in the parking lot of a Grand Prairie gas station, just one month shy of his high school graduation. Weeks later, wearing a white gown, Jose's mother walked across the commencement stage to get her late son's diploma, one month to the day of the crime. Police announced the apprehension of 18-year-old Keionn Winters, one of 98 fugitives arrested under a regional sting dubbed "Operation Justice Trail." Winters has been charged with capital murder, and is being held in the Grand Prairie Jail on a $1 million bond. What we don't know The victim's family tells us the two did not know each other, and they believe Jose was targeted in a robbery because he was known for selling expensive clothes online. Investigators have not publicly disclosed a possible motive. What they're saying There's perhaps no pain worse than that of a grieving family. Flores' brother, Jose Adame, spoke with FOX 4 about the incident. "It's just not fair what they did to him. There was no reason for them to shoot him so many times," said Adame. "He didn't do anything wrong, to no one," Adame continued. Of course, the rest of Flores' family is suffering from the loss as well. "It's been hard on my mom the most, and on us… Just, we weren't able to say goodbye," Adame said. "Why did he do that to my brother? What was so bad that my brother had to pay with his life?" Adame said. The Source Information in this article came from the victim's family and Grand Prairie officials.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Nearly 100 repeat violent felons arrested in Dallas
The Brief Nearly 100 repeat violent felons were arrested in Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux's first major operation, "Operation Justice Trail." The month-long operation cleared 163 warrants and targeted individuals responsible for over 700 past crimes, including capital murder and aggravated assault. Some suspects identified by the operation are still at large, and the initiative will continue through the summer. DALLAS - Nearly 100 repeat violent felons were taken off the streets of Dallas in new Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux's first major operation since joining the department five weeks ago. What we know On Thursday, Chief Comeaux touted the results of his first big initiative as chief. Operation Justice Trail was built on the groundwork laid by former Chief Eddie Garcia's violent crime reduction plan. "The goal was to identify and locate all felons who were walking around on the streets of Dallas," Comeaux said. Officers used a combination of the city's camera system and old-fashioned good police work to make the arrests. By the numbers Over the month of May, law enforcement officers cleared 163 warrants and arrested 98 violent felons. LINK: Full list of names, mugshots and charges for those arrested Chief Comeaux said that in total, the suspects are responsible for 700 past crimes such as capital murder, aggravated robbery, aggravated assault, sexual offenses, and a range of narcotics and weapons violations. Three of the people arrested currently have Immigration and Customs Enforcement holds. What they're saying "When I came in, it was like we have to do this. We must do it. We're going to do it right now," Comeaux said. "We got the team together and said, 'Who do we need to get off the streets first?' We started putting the list together and going down the list." "Our message is clear. We're putting violent felons on notice. If you're wanted, turn yourself in," said Assistant Chief Catrina Shead, who led the operation. Dallas County District Attorney John Creuzot said he knows some of the felons could bond out of jail. He vowed to do what he could to keep them behind bars. "At the end of the day, the court sets the bond and decides what to do if there's a bond violation," DA Creuzot said. "There's a new law coming on board, subject to a constitutional amendment vote, that will help us get refocused on that to the judges, and it will also give the judges more guidelines to set more appropriate bonds. And we'll have the right to appeal and some other things." What we don't know Some suspects identified by Operation Justice Trail are still wanted. The chief could not provide a number for how many are still out there but said the operation will continue into the summer months. What you can do Anyone with information about a wanted felon is asked to call the Dallas Police Department or use the iWatch Dallas app to submit a tip. Anonymous tips are also welcome through Crime Stoppers. The Source The information in this story comes from the Dallas Police Department and Chief Daniel Comeaux's Operation Justice Trail news conference.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
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Dallas Police Nab 98 Repeat Offenders In Major Crime Sweep
Dallas police arrested 98 fugitives during a month-long operation targeting violent felons. The suspects had a combined arrest history 700 prior arrests. Operation Justice Trail represents a key component of the department's strategy to reduce violent crime by focusing on repeat offenders who drive much of the city's criminal activity. The Dallas Police Fugitive Unit partnered with the U.S. Marshals North Texas Fugitive Task Force for the May sweep. Together, they cleared 167 warrants and tracked down suspects across Dallas and beyond state lines. Police Chief Daniel Comeaux launched the initiative as part of the department's Violent Crime Reduction Plan. The strategy recognizes that a small group of criminals commits most violent offenses. The Dallas County District Attorney's Office also participated in the coordinated effort. Their involvement helped expedite warrant processing and case preparation. Department officials released a comprehensive report detailing each fugitive's charges and criminal background. The document underscores the extensive rap sheets of those captured during the 31-day operation. By removing these repeat offenders from the streets, police aim to create a measurable impact on public safety. The arrests target individuals with histories of violent crimes rather than low-level offenses.
CBS News
3 days ago
- Business
- CBS News
New Dallas police chief's crime crackdown nets nearly 100 arrests since May launch
Dallas' new police chief has announced the results of his first major crime initiative, Operation Justice Trail, which has led to nearly 100 arrests since its launch last month. Targeting repeat offenders CBS News Texas The operation, aimed at removing violent felons from the streets, has so far resulted in 98 arrests, including 10 individuals with more than 90 prior offenses between them. "The goal was to identify and find all felons that were walking around on the streets of Dallas," Police Chief Daniel Comeaux said during a news conference at Dallas Police Department headquarters. "Any felon that was out free, we wanted to put them in custody." Multi-agency effort The initiative is a collaboration between the Dallas Police Department, the U.S. Marshals Service, and the Dallas County District Attorney's Office. As part of the crackdown, officials announced a reward for three of the city's most wanted criminals. Assistant Chief Catrina Shead of the Dallas Police Department delivered a stern warning to fugitives. "Our message is clear—we're putting violent felons on notice," Shead said. "If you are wanted, turn yourself in and know that we are determined to pursue every measure to take you into custody." Bond system under scrutiny Despite the operation's success, authorities faced questions about why so many criminals with a combined total of 700 convictions were free. Dallas County District Attorney John Creuzot explained that initial bond decisions are beyond his office's control. "There could be a situation where any one of these or any other individuals—high profile, high crime—could be arrested and bonded out," Creuzot said. "We do not set the bonds in the DA's office. And unfortunately, the way the system is set up in Dallas County, we're not even present when the initial bonds are set." ICE holds and immigration status Three of the 98 arrested individuals have ICE holds, indicating they may be in the country illegally. Operation to continue through summer The initiative will run through the summer, a period when violent crime historically rises in the city. Dallas Police Sgt. Sheldon Smith, president of the National Black Police Association, highlighted the importance of their mission. "It's a job that needs to be done," Smith said. "Somebody has to do it. We're very blessed to have the ability to do it. But we realize we can't do it alone." Reward offered for information To encourage public involvement, authorities have announced a reward of up to $5,000 for tips leading to the arrest of wanted violent felons, reinforcing their commitment to tackling repeat offenders.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Politics
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Dallas police chief addresses immigration, felony warrant enforcement
The Brief The new Dallas police chief sat down with FOX 4's Steven Dial again this week to talk about immigration enforcement and felony warrant enforcement. The chief said police are not out searching for illegal immigrants but will cooperate with federal partners as needed. He also believes that enforcing felony warrants is a priority because he thinks those with felony warrants are more likely to commit crimes. DALLAS - The new Dallas police chief will be formally sworn in on Monday, along with the new fire chief. But first, Chief Daniel Comeaux shared his opinions on immigration enforcement and tracking down people with felony warrants. "We're not out searching for illegal immigrants from the Dallas Police Department. However, like I said, we will work with our federal partners and assist when needed," Chief Comeaux said. "When it comes to immigration, look, we have no programs here where we're gone out initiating a program looking for immigrants. However, we will work shoulder to shoulder with all of our federal partners if they need our assistance," he said. "Look, we need information to keep everyone safe, and that's what's so important, right? When you see something, you should say something, and anyone that has information, we want and need that information to do our job," he said. "We have Operation Justice Trail right now, and we're looking for anybody that has felony warrants. So, we have extra officers on the ground right now on the streets looking for everybody that has a felony warrant," the chief said. "Well, look, if you're wanted by any state, any county, if you have been arrested and you have a warrant out for your arrest, we're doing extra work to find you right now. So, be quite honest, be nice if you turn yourself in. Because if not, it might be us at six in the morning knocking on your door," he said. "Look, I believe those who have felony warrants out there are more likely to commit crimes than say somebody rolling down the street with loud music. So, because of that, we're gonna target these individuals that have felony warrants to make sure we take them into custody," he said. The Source FOX 4's Steven Dial talked to Chief David Comeaux to gather details for this story.
