FORT WORTH, Texas - Fort Worth homicide detectives are investigating the death of a 66-year-old woman who was struck by a bullet inside her home Friday night, an incident police believe may be connected to earlier gunfire in the area.
According to the Fort Worth Police Department, paramedics were initially called to a residence in the 3400 block of Tahiti Lane just before 9 p.m. on Friday, January 30, in reference to a woman who had fallen inside the home. The woman was transported to a hospital, where medical staff later determined her injuries were caused by a gunshot wound and notified police.
The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victim as 66-year-old Magdalene Mancho and that she was shot in the neck.
Investigators said preliminary findings indicate the bullet entered the home from outside and struck Mancho while she was inside the residence. Police also confirmed they are investigating a “shots fired” call reported in the same area approximately one hour before the medical call.
Homicide detectives are reviewing surveillance video from the neighborhood and canvassing for witnesses in an effort to identify any suspects or vehicles that may be connected to the shooting. At this time, no suspects are in custody.
Police are asking for the public’s help as the investigation continues. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Fort Worth Police Department Homicide Unit at 817-392-4330 or Tarrant County Crime Stoppers at 817-469-TIPS (8477). Tipsters may remain anonymous.
