Dallas, September 26, 2025
News Summary
A shooting early in the morning at a Dallas ICE facility left three detainees shot, one dead, and two critically injured. The shooter, Joshua Jahn, took his own life as law enforcement approached. An investigation is underway, with the FBI treating the incident as targeted violence. Local officials have condemned the shooting and emphasized the need for civil discourse around immigration policies amidst growing anti-ICE sentiment.
Dallas — A shooting occurred at approximately 6:30 a.m. at a Dallas ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) facility. The shooter, identified as 29-year-old Joshua Jahn, was armed with a rifle and fired from the roof of a nearby building. After shooting three detainees, Jahn died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound as law enforcement approached. Two of the injured detainees are in critical condition; the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed one is a Mexican national. The initial death toll reported by the Department of Homeland Security was corrected; only one detainee died at the scene.
Immediate details
The incident began in the early morning hours near the facility, where local citizens reported hearing numerous gunshots during the incident, causing alarm in the surrounding community. Law enforcement responded quickly; officers approached the shooter and found that he had died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Police found bullets near the shooter with anti-ICE messages inscribed on them. FBI officials are treating the situation as targeted violence, with an active investigation underway.
Casualties and detainee information
Three detainees were shot. One detainee was killed at the scene; two others were injured and remain in critical condition. The Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that one of the injured is a Mexican national. Authorities initially reported a different death toll, but the Department of Homeland Security later corrected that only one detainee died at the scene.
Suspect and scene
The shooter was identified as 29-year-old Joshua Jahn. He was armed with a rifle and fired from the roof of a nearby building toward the ICE facility. After shooting three detainees, Jahn died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound as law enforcement approached. Investigators searched multiple nearby locations connected to the suspect; investigators are ongoing at two locations connected to Jahn in Fairview, Texas, and Durant, Oklahoma.
Investigation status
Federal and local authorities have classified the event as targeted violence. FBI officials are treating the situation as targeted violence, with an active investigation underway. Agents and local law enforcement are collecting evidence at the scene and at related locations, including the two locations connected to Jahn in Fairview, Texas, and Durant, Oklahoma. Police found bullets near the shooter with anti-ICE messages inscribed on them, and investigators are examining motive and connections.
Official reactions
Local and national officials responded to the shooting. Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson emphasized the importance of prayer during a press conference, urging the community to support the families of the victims. Vice President JD Vance and Texas Senator Ted Cruz condemned the violence and called for an end to attacks on law enforcement. Cruz highlighted the need for more civil discourse around immigration policy and warned against inciting violence through heated rhetoric. Governor Greg Abbott affirmed support for ICE and stated the incident would not deter enforcement actions regarding illegal immigration.
Facility information and context
The facility is known to generally hold several dozen detainees at a time, with a history of temporary detentions. Previous incidents of violence against ICE associated facilities have also been noted, reflecting an escalation in anti-ICE sentiment. Authorities continue to review security protocols and coordination between local, state, and federal agencies in response to the attack.
Local impact and next steps
The early-morning shooting caused alarm among residents and prompted a multiagency response. Local citizens reported hearing numerous gunshots during the incident, causing alarm in the surrounding community. Investigators are continuing to process scene evidence and interview witnesses. Officials have indicated additional updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and as medical updates on the injured become available.
FAQ
When did the shooting occur?
A shooting occurred at approximately 6:30 a.m. at a Dallas ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) facility.
Who was the shooter?
The shooter, identified as 29-year-old Joshua Jahn, was armed with a rifle and fired from the roof of a nearby building.
What happened to the shooter?
After shooting three detainees, Jahn died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound as law enforcement approached.
How many detainees were affected?
After shooting three detainees, Jahn died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound as law enforcement approached. Two of the injured detainees are in critical condition; the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed one is a Mexican national. The initial death toll reported by the Department of Homeland Security was corrected; only one detainee died at the scene.
What did investigators find at the scene?
Police found bullets near the shooter with anti-ICE messages inscribed on them.
How are authorities classifying the incident?
FBI officials are treating the situation as targeted violence, with an active investigation underway.
Where are investigators working related to the suspect?
Investigators are ongoing at two locations connected to Jahn in Fairview, Texas, and Durant, Oklahoma.
What did local officials say?
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson emphasized the importance of prayer during a press conference, urging the community to support the families of the victims. Vice President JD Vance and Texas Senator Ted Cruz condemned the violence and called for an end to attacks on law enforcement. Cruz highlighted the need for more civil discourse around immigration policy and warned against inciting violence through heated rhetoric. Governor Greg Abbott affirmed support for ICE and stated the incident would not deter enforcement actions regarding illegal immigration.
What is known about the facility?
The facility is known to generally hold several dozen detainees at a time, with a history of temporary detentions. Previous incidents of violence against ICE associated facilities have also been noted, reflecting an escalation in anti-ICE sentiment.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time and location | A shooting occurred at approximately 6:30 a.m. at a Dallas ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) facility. |
| Shooter | The shooter, identified as 29-year-old Joshua Jahn, was armed with a rifle and fired from the roof of a nearby building. |
| Casualties | After shooting three detainees, Jahn died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound as law enforcement approached. Two of the injured detainees are in critical condition; the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed one is a Mexican national. The initial death toll reported by the Department of Homeland Security was corrected; only one detainee died at the scene. |
| Evidence | Police found bullets near the shooter with anti-ICE messages inscribed on them. |
| Investigation | FBI officials are treating the situation as targeted violence, with an active investigation underway. Investigators are ongoing at two locations connected to Jahn in Fairview, Texas, and Durant, Oklahoma. |
| Facility profile | The facility is known to generally hold several dozen detainees at a time, with a history of temporary detentions. |
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