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DART Officer Struck by Stray Bullet Near MLK Station

An active police investigation with no arrests reported raises concerns about safety near the transit station.

Overview

  • A DART police officer was hit in the leg by a stray bullet during a shooting near Fair Park and was hospitalized in stable condition after being transported by Dallas Fire‑Rescue on Thursday night.
  • Officers had responded to an officer‑assist call in the 1400 block of South Trunk Avenue near DART’s MLK Jr. Station when a preliminary probe found multiple suspects firing at the scene.
  • Dallas police say the case remains active, they have released few details about suspects or motive, and no arrests have been announced so far.
  • DART officials stated the shooting occurred off agency property, no passengers or other employees were hurt, and investigators are asking the public to share any information with Dallas police.
  • The incident highlights public‑safety concerns around transit hubs and puts focus on how transit police and city investigators coordinate responses and share updates as the probe continues.