Dallas, September 26, 2025
News Summary
A tragic shooting incident occurred at a Dallas ICE detention center, where 29-year-old Joshua Jahn opened fire, resulting in one death and two critical injuries. The FBI is investigating the incident as targeted violence, with anti-ICE messages found near the shooter. Jahn died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound following the attack, which was marked by significant planning but lacked a clear motive. Authorities continue to probe into Jahn’s background and connections in North Texas and Oklahoma.
Dallas — Joshua Jahn, a 29-year-old man with ties to North Texas and Oklahoma, is identified as the suspect in the shooting at a Dallas ICE detention center. The attack early Wednesday morning left one detainee dead, two others hospitalized in critical condition, and the suspect dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound as law enforcement approached.
Key facts
The shooting occurred early Wednesday morning, around 6:30 a.m., at the ICE facility located on North Stemmons Freeway. The suspect, armed with a rifle, fired from a rooftop, shooting at three ICE detainees. One detainee was killed and two others were hospitalized in critical condition. After shooting, Jahn died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound as law enforcement approached.
What investigators have reported
Federal investigators are treating the incident as active, targeted violence. Rounds found near the shooter contained messages that were anti-ICE in nature, as confirmed by Dallas FBI Field Office Special Agent in Charge Joe Rothrock. Evidence from the scene included bullets engraved with “ANTI-ICE” messages. Authorities are examining a car reportedly belonging to Jahn that had a sign stating it was related to “Radioactive fallout from nuclear formations.”
Planning and intent
Jahn was reported to have put significant planning into the attack but ultimately missed his intended targets. There is no known motive for the shooting at this time; Jahn does not appear to have a violent criminal history, although he was arrested for marijuana possession in 2015.
Locations linked to the suspect
Law enforcement officials have been seen gathering evidence from locations associated with Jahn in both Fairview and Durant. Jahn had family connections in Fairview, Texas, prompting the FBI to investigate his residence there. He was also reported to have most recently lived in Durant, Oklahoma.
Suspect background
Available records show Jahn took classes at Collin College in McKinney, Texas, between 2013 and 2018. In late 2017, Jahn worked harvesting legal marijuana from a farm in Washington state. Beyond a 2015 arrest for marijuana possession, officials say he does not appear to have a violent criminal history.
Casualties and immediate response
The shooting left one detainee dead and two others hospitalized in critical condition. Law enforcement responded quickly to the rooftop shooting and approached the suspect, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Federal investigators have classified the incident as active, targeted violence and continue to process the scene and related locations tied to the suspect.
Wider context and reactions
This incident marks another case of violence directed at ICE facilities, following previous threats and attacks in the area. Political figures have condemned the shooting as an attack on law enforcement and called for an end to violence against immigration enforcement agencies. Authorities continue to investigate motive, connections, and whether any wider threat exists.
Ongoing investigation
Investigators are collecting evidence from Jahn’s known locations and vehicles. Officials confirmed rounds found near the shooter contained messages that were anti-ICE in nature, and bullets engraved with “ANTI-ICE” messages were recovered. The FBI and other federal law enforcement agencies are coordinating the inquiry while local police provide support.
What is not yet known
Authorities have not established a clear motive. While Jahn is reported to have put significant planning into the attack, the reason for selecting this location or the three detainees is not yet determined. Investigators continue to review Jahn’s recent activities, communications, travel, and associations as part of the probe.
Where the facts came from
The account above is based on information released by federal investigators and law enforcement authorities involved in the response and investigation into the shooting at the ICE facility on North Stemmons Freeway in Dallas.
Frequently asked questions
Who was identified as the shooter?
Joshua Jahn, a 29-year-old man with ties to North Texas and Oklahoma, is identified as the suspect in the shooting at a Dallas ICE detention center.
When and where did the shooting occur?
The shooting occurred early Wednesday morning, around 6:30 a.m., at the ICE facility located on North Stemmons Freeway.
How many were injured or killed?
One detainee was killed and two others were hospitalized in critical condition.
What happened to the shooter?
After shooting, Jahn died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound as law enforcement approached.
Was there any indication of motive?
There is no known motive for the shooting at this time; Jahn does not appear to have a violent criminal history, although he was arrested for marijuana possession in 2015.
What evidence was found at the scene?
Rounds found near the shooter contained messages that were anti-ICE in nature. Evidence from the scene included bullets engraved with “ANTI-ICE” messages. A car reportedly belonging to Jahn had a sign stating it was related to “Radioactive fallout from nuclear formations.”
Where else have investigators looked?
Law enforcement officials have been seen gathering evidence from locations associated with Jahn in both Fairview and Durant.
Where did Jahn live and work previously?
He was also reported to have most recently lived in Durant, Oklahoma. Jahn had family connections in Fairview, Texas, prompting the FBI to investigate his residence there. He took classes at Collin College in McKinney, Texas, between 2013 and 2018, and in late 2017 he worked harvesting legal marijuana from a farm in Washington state.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shooter | Joshua Jahn, a 29-year-old man with ties to North Texas and Oklahoma, is identified as the suspect in the shooting at a Dallas ICE detention center. |
| Time | The shooting occurred early Wednesday morning, around 6:30 a.m., at the ICE facility located on North Stemmons Freeway. |
| Weapon | Armed with a rifle, fired from a rooftop. |
| Casualties | One detainee was killed and two others were hospitalized in critical condition. |
| Shooter outcome | After shooting, Jahn died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound as law enforcement approached. |
| Evidence | Rounds found near the shooter contained messages that were anti-ICE in nature; bullets engraved with “ANTI-ICE” messages recovered; a car reportedly belonging to Jahn had a sign stating it was related to “Radioactive fallout from nuclear formations.” |
| Locations tied to Jahn | Fairview, Texas; Durant, Oklahoma; Collin College in McKinney, Texas; Washington state farm work in late 2017. |
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