On December 31, 2025, Dallas Police Department South Central CRT officers responded to reports of multiple individuals openly carrying firearms in the 3300 block of Southern Oaks in the Cedar Crest area. Officers observed 12 to 15 individuals with handguns and rifles, and gunfire was soon reported near the entrance of the complex.
Uniformed CRT officers responded, leading to a foot pursuit and the arrest of six individuals. During the investigation, officers recovered seven firearms, including five handguns and two rifles—three of which were stolen—and one handgun had a machine-gun conversion device. Approximately 32.9 grams of marijuana were also seized. Two of the suspects are documented gang members.
Those arrested and their charges include:
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Two 16-year-old juveniles – Discharge of Firearm in Certain Municipalities, Evading Arrest
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18-year-old Marcus Kyle – Discharge of Firearm in Certain Municipalities, Evading Arrest, Riot Participation
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19-year-old Daveon Gardner – Discharge of Firearm in Certain Municipalities, Evading Arrest, Riot Participation, Possession of Marijuana <2oz (Drug-Free Zone)
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17-year-old Ashton Hill – Discharge of Firearm in Certain Municipalities, Evading Arrest, Riot Participation, Possession of Marijuana <2oz (Drug-Free Zone), Possession of CS PG2 <1g
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19-year-old Trevon Bell – Discharge of Firearm in Certain Municipalities, Evading Arrest, Riot Participation, Prohibited Weapon
The Dallas Police Department continues to focus on proactive enforcement to reduce gun violence and improve public safety. The incident is documented under Case Numbers 000008-2026 and 000042-2026.
