Dallas, October 21, 2025
News Summary
A series of thefts and burglaries occurred in the Dallas area between October 14 and October 19, resulting in multiple arrests, including a police officer. Over $21,000 in merchandise was recovered from a retail theft ring, and two separate gun incidents at airport security were reported. Law enforcement continues to investigate the incidents while advising residents to secure their property.
Dallas
Multiple thefts and burglaries reported across Dallas area
What happened: A series of thefts, burglaries and related incidents occurred across the Dallas area between October 14 and October 19, including vehicle thefts, parking lot burglaries, two separate gun incidents at airport security, and the arrest of a Dallas police officer tied to alleged thefts from retail stores. Law enforcement executed search warrants that yielded recovered merchandise and multiple suspects now face charges.
Key developments (most critical first)
Recovered merchandise and arrests: Two search warrants and subsequent arrests occurred due to a series of thefts, leading to the recovery of over $21,000 in stolen merchandise from a retail theft ring in North Dallas. The suspects included three juveniles and a 22-year-old, Zakerra Jackson, who all face theft charges.
Internal-affairs-level arrest of an officer: An investigation revealed that a Dallas police officer, Senior Corporal Le Chau, was arrested for allegedly stealing items valued at over $37,000 from Apple stores while working as a security officer. The investigation into the officer’s thefts included covert video surveillance documenting his actions while on the job. Le Chau has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
Airport security incidents: On October 16, a gun was brought into TSA at Dallas Love Field Airport. On October 19, a gun was again brought into TSA at Dallas Love Field Airport. These incidents prompted routine security responses at the airport.
Supporting details: incidents by date
The following list records reported incidents and locations as documented by local authorities.
- On October 19, an individual at a retail shopping center in the 5600 block of Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway stole a box from a shopper and fled with the goods.
- On October 14, multiple thefts occurred:
- A theft at a retail store in the 8300 block of Westchester Drive.
- A theft in the 4200 block of Royal Ridge Drive.
- A motor vehicle theft in the 10600 block of Steppington Drive.
- A theft in a parking lot at a shopping center in the 7800 block of Firefall Way.
- On October 15:
- A residence in the 4300 block of Glenaire Drive was vandalized.
- A theft occurred at a retail store in the 11700 block of Preston Road.
- A theft in a parking lot in the 10600 block of Steppington Drive.
- A car was stolen from an auto dealership located in the 6200 block of Lemmon Avenue.
- On October 16:
- A vehicle was damaged and burglarized in a business parking lot in the 4300 block of West Northwest Highway.
- A gun was brought into TSA at Dallas Love Field Airport.
- A motor vehicle theft occurred in the 3900 block of West Northwest Highway.
- A vehicle’s front license plate was stolen in a parking lot at NorthPark Center.
- On October 17:
- An unlocked vehicle was burglarized in the 4300 block of Williamsburg Road.
- A residence in the 6100 block of Royal Crest Drive was forcefully entered and burglarized.
- An individual entered an apartment twice using a resident’s key fob and stole property in the 8500 block of Thackery Street.
- On October 18, a vehicle was damaged and burglarized at a shopping mall in the 7800 block of Park Lane.
Police response and ongoing actions
Authorities executed two search warrants in connection with a string of retail thefts and recovered more than $21,000 in merchandise. Three juveniles and a 22-year-old identified as Zakerra Jackson were arrested and face theft charges related to that investigation. Separately, internal and criminal investigations continue into Senior Corporal Le Chau following evidence gathered through covert video surveillance and other investigative steps; charges and administrative actions are pending and Le Chau is on administrative leave.
Airport security incidents involving firearms were handled through standard TSA and law enforcement procedures. Vehicle thefts and parking lot burglaries reported across multiple neighborhoods triggered follow-up investigations and outreach to affected property owners. Patrols and investigative activity were increased in some areas while detectives continue to review evidence.
Background and context
The incidents reported over the six-day period show a mix of retail thefts, vehicle-related crimes and residential burglaries, with several occurrences concentrated in shopping center and parking lot locations. Law enforcement used search warrants and arrests to disrupt a retail theft ring, yielding a significant recovery of stolen goods. The arrest of a uniformed officer for alleged thefts from retail stores is notable for the internal oversight measures activated, including the use of covert video surveillance and placement on administrative leave while investigations proceed.
Residents and shoppers are advised to remain aware of personal property in public spaces, secure vehicles and report suspicious activity to local law enforcement. Airport travelers should continue to follow TSA rules regarding weapons, as the two incidents at Dallas Love Field security checkpoints required additional screening and law enforcement attention.
FAQ
What incidents were reported on October 14?
On October 14, multiple thefts occurred:
- A theft at a retail store in the 8300 block of Westchester Drive.
- A theft in the 4200 block of Royal Ridge Drive.
- A motor vehicle theft in the 10600 block of Steppington Drive.
- A theft in a parking lot at a shopping center in the 7800 block of Firefall Way.
What incidents were reported on October 15?
On October 15:
- A residence in the 4300 block of Glenaire Drive was vandalized.
- A theft occurred at a retail store in the 11700 block of Preston Road.
- A theft in a parking lot in the 10600 block of Steppington Drive.
- A car was stolen from an auto dealership located in the 6200 block of Lemmon Avenue.
What incidents were reported on October 16?
On October 16:
- A vehicle was damaged and burglarized in a business parking lot in the 4300 block of West Northwest Highway.
- A gun was brought into TSA at Dallas Love Field Airport.
- A motor vehicle theft occurred in the 3900 block of West Northwest Highway.
- A vehicle’s front license plate was stolen in a parking lot at NorthPark Center.
What incidents were reported on October 17?
On October 17:
- An unlocked vehicle was burglarized in the 4300 block of Williamsburg Road.
- A residence in the 6100 block of Royal Crest Drive was forcefully entered and burglarized.
- An individual entered an apartment twice using a resident’s key fob and stole property in the 8500 block of Thackery Street.
What incidents were reported on October 18 and 19?
On October 18, a vehicle was damaged and burglarized at a shopping mall in the 7800 block of Park Lane.
On October 19, an individual at a retail shopping center in the 5600 block of Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway stole a box from a shopper and fled with the goods.
What law enforcement actions and recoveries occurred?
Two search warrants and subsequent arrests occurred due to a series of thefts, leading to the recovery of over $21,000 in stolen merchandise from a retail theft ring in North Dallas.
Who were arrested in connection to the retail theft ring?
The suspects included three juveniles and a 22-year-old, Zakerra Jackson, who all face theft charges.
What happened involving a Dallas police officer?
An investigation revealed that a Dallas police officer, Senior Corporal Le Chau, was arrested for allegedly stealing items valued at over $37,000 from Apple stores while working as a security officer. The investigation into the officer’s thefts included covert video surveillance documenting his actions while on the job. Le Chau has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
Were there firearms incidents at the airport?
On October 16, a gun was brought into TSA at Dallas Love Field Airport. On October 19, a gun was again brought into TSA at Dallas Love Field Airport.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Recovered merchandise | Two search warrants and subsequent arrests occurred due to a series of thefts, leading to the recovery of over $21,000 in stolen merchandise from a retail theft ring in North Dallas. |
| Officer arrested | An investigation revealed that a Dallas police officer, Senior Corporal Le Chau, was arrested for allegedly stealing items valued at over $37,000 from Apple stores while working as a security officer. |
| Airport firearm incidents | On October 16, a gun was brought into TSA at Dallas Love Field Airport. On October 19, a gun was again brought into TSA at Dallas Love Field Airport. |
| Notable theft locations | Incidents reported across multiple blocks including Westchester Drive, Royal Ridge Drive, Steppington Drive, Firefall Way, Preston Road, Lemmon Avenue, West Northwest Highway, NorthPark Center, Williamsburg Road, Royal Crest Drive, Thackery Street and Park Lane. |
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