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Fort Worth Police Investigate Homicide Following Shooting

Police investigating a shooting scene with crime scene tape

Fort Worth, January 27, 2026

A late-night shooting in the 900 block of East Ramsey Avenue resulted in one fatality and has prompted an ongoing homicide investigation by Fort Worth police. The victim was transported to a local hospital but succumbed to injuries. Officers confirmed a crime scene at the location and are appealing for any information regarding the incident. This alarming event adds to a growing concern of shootings in Fort Worth, indicative of increasing gun violence issues in the area.


Fort Worth Police Investigate Homicide Following Shooting on East Ramsey Avenue

Fort Worth, Texas – A fatal shooting occurred late Sunday night in the 900 block of East Ramsey Avenue, resulting in the death of one individual and prompting an ongoing homicide investigation by Fort Worth police.

Incident Details

At approximately 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, police received reports of a gunshot victim being transported to a local hospital after being shot in the 900 block of East Ramsey Avenue, near Evans Avenue. The victim, whose identity has not been publicly released, was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Officers responded to the reported shooting location and confirmed the presence of a crime scene. Homicide detectives are actively investigating the incident; however, no arrests have been made as of Monday morning.

Background Context

Fort Worth has experienced several shootings in recent months. For instance, on January 18, 2026, a 24-year-old man was arrested in connection with a fatal drive-by shooting in the 2000 block of Watauga Road. In that incident, the victim was walking when an unknown person fired multiple rounds at him. The suspect fled the scene in a dark-colored vehicle. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified the victim as Gennadiy Potupchik, 34, who died in the hospital from gunshot wounds to his upper body. The suspect, Saul Bosquez, 24, was arrested and charged with murder. Detectives believe the shooting was an isolated incident.

Another recent case occurred on December 30, 2025, when a 17-year-old girl was killed in a Fort Worth park during a possible double shooting after a fight involving up to 20 people. Evidence suggests the shootings are related.

These incidents highlight the ongoing challenges Fort Worth faces concerning gun violence and public safety. The police department continues to investigate these cases and urges the community to come forward with any information that may assist in resolving these crimes.

Contact Information

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Fort Worth Police Department at 817-392-4330. Tipsters can remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers of Tarrant County at 817-469-8477.

Incident Date Location Details
Fatal Shooting on East Ramsey Avenue January 25, 2026 900 block of East Ramsey Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas One individual was fatally shot and later pronounced dead at the hospital. Homicide detectives are investigating; no arrests have been made as of January 26, 2026.
Fatal Drive-By Shooting January 18, 2026 2000 block of Watauga Road, Fort Worth, Texas Gennadiy Potupchik, 34, was fatally shot while walking. The suspect, Saul Bosquez, 24, was arrested and charged with murder. The shooting is believed to be an isolated incident.
Double Shooting in Park December 30, 2025 Park in the 1500 block of Liberty Street, Fort Worth, Texas A 17-year-old girl was killed in a possible double shooting after a fight involving up to 20 people. Evidence suggests the shootings are related.

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