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Fort Worth Police Probe Fatal Shooting at Lake Arlington Gathering

Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting in southeast Fort Worth that left one person dead and another hospitalized after an argument turned violent.

Wade Ramos

July 5, 20261 min read

Arlington Lake - illustration, Jake Team LLC
Arlington Lake - illustration, Jake Team LLC

Fort Worth law enforcement officers are actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred during a large gathering in the southeast part of the city. The incident took place near Lake Arlington, specifically off Wilbarger Street.

According to police reports, the violence began when two men engaged in a verbal dispute. That confrontation quickly escalated, resulting in the discharge of firearms. The exchange of gunfire left one individual dead at the scene. Another person sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

Fort Worth is located approximately 31 miles west of Dallas. The area where the shooting occurred is in the southeast quadrant of the city, close to the lake.

Investigators have not yet released further details regarding the identities of those involved or the specific circumstances that led to the escalation. The investigation remains ongoing, and no additional information has been provided at this time.

Source: CBS News.

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https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/fort-worth-police-investigating-deadly-shooting-at-large-gathering-near-lake-arlington/

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