Dallas police were called to a shooting at the Wheatland Garden Apartments just after midnight on Thursday, arriving at the scene at approximately 12:13 a.m. The complex is located at 911 West Wheatland Road, near the intersection of Interstate 35E and the LBJ Freeway.

Victim found in parking lot

Officers discovered a man lying in the apartment complex’s parking area. Dallas Fire-Rescue paramedics quickly attended to the victim, transporting him to a local hospital for emergency surgery. Hospital officials confirmed that the man remains in critical condition.

Residents heard gunfire

Several residents reported hearing gunshots shortly before police arrived. One neighbor said they looked outside and saw the injured man on the ground, prompting the immediate call to emergency services.

Investigation ongoing

Dallas Police have not released any details about a suspect, and the identity of the victim has not been made public. Authorities continue to gather evidence and are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact the department.

Police response

The department’s rapid response underscores its commitment to public safety in the city’s residential neighborhoods. While the investigation is still in its early stages, officials emphasized that they are working diligently to locate the shooter and determine the circumstances that led to the shooting.

Community impact

Incidents like this remind residents of the importance of staying alert and reporting suspicious activity. Local law‑enforcement agencies encourage community members to cooperate with investigations to help keep neighborhoods safe.

The information in this report comes from FOX 4’s Terry Van Sickle and Dallas Police statements released to the public.

Original reporting: Dallas – Ft. Worth Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.