On December 31, 2025, at approximately 10:35 p.m., Dallas Police Department South Central CRT officers were conducting open-air surveillance in the 3300 block of Southern Oaks when they observed a group of approximately 12 to 15 individuals openly carrying firearms, including handguns and rifles, within an apartment complex.
Shortly after the observation, Dallas 9-1-1 received a call reporting multiple individuals walking through the complex with firearms. While continuing surveillance, officers heard rapid gunfire near the entrance of the complex and observed the individuals actively discharging firearms.
Uniformed CRT officers responded immediately, and a foot pursuit ensued. As a result, six individuals were taken into custody.
During the investigation, officers recovered seven firearms, including five handguns and two rifles. Three of the firearms were reported stolen, and one handgun was equipped with a machine-gun conversion device. Officers also seized approximately 32.9 grams of marijuana from the arrested individuals.
Further investigation revealed that two of the suspects are documented gang members.
Arrested individuals and charges include:
- Two 16-year-old juveniles – Discharge of Firearm in Certain Municipalities and Evading Arrest.
- 18-year-old Marcus Kyle – Discharge of Firearm in Certain Municipalities, Evading Arrest and Riot Participation.
- 19-year-old Daveon Gardener – Discharge of Firearm in Certain Municipalities, Evading Arrest, Riot Participation and Possession of Marijuana <2oz (Drug-Free Zone).
- 17-year-old Ashton Hill – Discharge of Firearm in Certain Municipalities, Evading Arrest, Riot Participation, Possession of Marijuana <2oz (Drug-Free Zone) and Possession of CS PG2 <1g.
- 19-year-old Trevon Bell – Discharge of Firearm in Certain Municipalities, Evading Arrest, Riot Participation, Prohibited Weapon.
This investigation is documented under Case Numbers 000008-2026 and 000042-2026.
The Dallas Police Department remains committed to proactive enforcement efforts and working with the community to reduce gun violence and enhance public safety.