Oak Lawn, Dallas, Texas, February 9, 2026
On February 8, Dallas police officers fatally shot a man at an Oak Lawn apartment complex after he allegedly threatened them with a box cutter. Officers responded to reports of a person in crisis, but upon arrival, the man charged at them. Despite attempts to provide medical assistance, he was pronounced dead at a local hospital, marking the third officer-involved shooting in the city this year, raising concerns about police use of force.
Dallas Police Fatally Shoot Man at Oak Lawn Apartment Complex
Dallas, Texas – On Sunday evening, February 8, 2026, Dallas police officers fatally shot a man at an apartment complex in the Oak Lawn area after he allegedly threatened them with a box cutter.
Incident Details
At approximately 7:30 p.m., officers responded to reports of a person threatening self-harm at an apartment complex in the 5100 block of Lemmon Avenue. Upon arrival, they knocked on the suspect’s door. When the door opened, the man was reportedly holding a box cutter and shouting that it was “all their fault.” The suspect then charged at the officers, prompting them to open fire, striking him in the torso. Despite immediate medical assistance, the man was pronounced dead at a local hospital. No officers were injured during the incident. The identities of the officers involved have not been released. This marks the third officer-involved shooting in Dallas this year and the second in less than a week.
Background Context
Officer-involved shootings have been a significant concern in Dallas. In 2018, the city was the site of the high-profile case involving the death of Botham Jean, an unarmed man fatally shot by an off-duty police officer in his own apartment. This incident led to widespread protests and discussions about police practices and accountability.
Recent Related Incidents
- July 2025: Haltom City police fatally shot a person at a Tarrant County apartment complex.
- June 2025: A man confessed to fatally shooting a 19-year-old at an Arlington apartment complex.
- June 2025: Alleged bounty hunters fatally shot a man in Old East Dallas.
These incidents underscore ongoing concerns about police use of force and the need for comprehensive reviews of law enforcement practices to ensure public safety and trust.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 5100 block of Lemmon Avenue, Oak Lawn area, Dallas, Texas |
| Date and Time | February 8, 2026, approximately 7:30 p.m. |
| Incident | Officers responded to reports of a person threatening self-harm; upon arrival, the suspect allegedly threatened officers with a box cutter and charged at them, leading to the use of deadly force. |
| Outcome | The suspect was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. No officers were injured. |
| Investigation | The identities of the officers involved have not been released. This incident is under investigation by the Dallas Police Department. |
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