Person Found Shot to Death in Alley Behind Plano Home on Middle Cove Drive

PLANO, Texas - Plano police are investigating a fatal shooting after a person was found with a gunshot wound in an alley behind a home Tuesday evening, Oct. 13, 2026.

Officers with the Plano Police Department and Plano Fire-Rescue responded to the 900 block of Middle Cove Drive at approximately 5:30 p.m. following reports of a shooting.

When officers arrived, they discovered a victim suffering from a gunshot wound in the alleyway behind a residence.

Plano Fire-Rescue personnel responded to provide assistance but pronounced the victim dead at the scene.

Authorities have not released the victim's identity pending notification of next of kin. Police also have not disclosed the victim's age or gender.

Plano Police Investigating Circumstances of Fatal Shooting

Detectives with the Plano Police Department's Crimes Against Persons Unit are leading the investigation.

Police have not released information about what led to the shooting, whether a suspect has been identified or whether any arrests have been made.

Investigators also have not indicated whether the victim lived at the nearby residence or had any connection to the property.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation.

Police Close Intersection During Investigation

Following the shooting, police announced the closure of the intersection of Branch Hollow and Middle Cove Drive, along with surrounding streets, while investigators and emergency personnel worked at the scene.

Motorists were advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes during the investigation.

The department has not provided an updated timeline for reopening the affected roads.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact the Plano Police Department at 972-424-5678.

Anonymous tips can also be submitted by texting PLANOPD to 847411.