Katy, Texas, April 1, 2026 (ABC 13 Eyewitness New)
On Wednesday at around 10 a.m. in the Highland Creek Ranch neighborhood, home security cameras recorded what looked like a woman walking with a gun. This led a homeowner to call the police. The homeowner said officers later reviewed the footage and confirmed it was their neighbor, Brooks…
Brooks’ mother spoke over the phone with ABC13 and said Brooks had been struggling with her mental health in the days leading up to the shooting…
Video captured by surveillance cameras showed the van pulling over to let Brooks pass, but she stopped her car and started yelling at the other driver.
Investigators said Brooks eventually took a pistol from her car, which led the other driver to grab his own gun and shoot her…
The sheriff’s office says it appears Brooks and the other driver did not know each other. After the shooting, the van driver called 911 and cooperated with the investigation. The sheriff’s office has not said whether any charges will be filed…
Lileana Pearson, “Woman shot and killed in front of her children struggled with mental health, according to mother,” ABC 13 Eyewitness News, April 2, 2026.
Puyallup, Washington, April 2, 2026 (Fox News)
Officers with the Puyallup Police Department (PPD) responded around 9:10 a.m. April 2, when investigators allege 47-year-old Arnino Guanlao shot two adult female relatives after a family argument escalated outside the home.
A neighbor, who had been inside at the time, went outside and intervened, fatally shooting Guanlao, according to police…
Investigators said the neighbor who shot the suspect is cooperating as detectives work to determine the circumstances of the use of force, according to FOX 13 Seattle…
Additional reporting by Law & Crime identified Guanlao as the victims’ stepfather and said he had been firing at his adult stepdaughters when the neighbor intervened…
Greg Wehner, “Neighbor fatally shoots alleged gunman after 2 women shot in domestic dispute,” Fox News, April 9, 2026.
Glenshaw, Pennsylvania, April 2, 2026 (CBS News, WPXI.com News)
According to court paperwork, 32-year-old Nicholas Scott Johnson is facing several charges, including aggravated assault, burglary and harassment, after police said he attacked a man who eventually shot him…
Allegheny County dispatchers said emergency crews were called to the 1400 block of Mount Royal Boulevard at 5:40 p.m. on Thursday…
Police said the victim was inside his apartment on Mt. Royal Boulevard around 5:30 p.m. on April 2 when he heard loud music playing outside. He said he walked to his door and saw Johnson standing in the bed of a pickup truck throwing garbage into the apartment’s dumpster.
The man told Johnson multiple times to stop because it wasn’t a public dumpster. Police said when the victim stepped outside his door, an argument ensued.
As the victim turned to go back into his apartment, police said Johnson charged him and attacked him, hitting him in the head and neck. Johnson stopped and turned to leave, but investigators said when the victim tried to stand up, Johnson charged again.
That’s when police said the victim reached into his front waistband, grabbed a pistol and shot Johnson once, grazing him in the stomach and hitting him in the forearm…
Madeline Bartos, “Argument over dumpster leads to shooting in Shaler, police say,” CBS News, April 9, 2026.
WPXI.com News Staff, “Person injured, another person in custody after shooting in Shaler Township,” WPXI.com News, April 2, 2026.
Miami Beach, Florida, April 3, 2026 (Local10.com)
According to an arrest report, Miami Beach police officers were dispatched just before 2 p.m. to Stillwater Park, located at 8440 Hawthorne Ave., in reference to a disturbance involving a gun…
The victim told investigators he was at the park with his family when they were approached by Zeeshan as they were leaving.
According to the report, Zeeshan asked the victims, “You guys are Jewish?”
After the victim confirmed they were Jewish, Zeeshan allegedly began verbally assaulting them, saying, “Get the f— out of here, you f—— dirty people,” the report states.
Police said Zeeshan continued using vulgar language and racially charged insults, later telling the victim he was going to attack him and “f— him up.”
They said the victim warned Zeeshan to stop and told him to stay away, but Zeeshan continued to press him, causing the victim to fear for his and his children’s safety. The victim, who was with his two children ages 7 and 5, then drew a gun he carries for protection after pleading with Zeeshan to de-escalate, officers said…
The judge found probable cause on a charge of assault with prejudice based on religion and ordered Zeeshan to stay away from and have no contact with the victims…
Ryan Mackey and Glenna Milberg, “Man draws gun after cops say suspect harassed him and his children for being Jewish,” Local10.com, April 4, 2026.
Saint Louis, Missouri, April 3, 2026 (First Alert 4)
The shooting happened around 3:45 p.m. near the intersection of South Grand and Park Avenue, in the Tiffany neighborhood. Police say they found multiple shell casings near the gas station parking lot…
The initial investigation shows that the teen had a gun that he pointed at a man at the gas station, then fired shots at him. The man returned gunfire, hitting the teen.
The man stayed at the scene and is cooperating with detectives, police say…
First Alert 4 Staff, “Teen injured in South City shooting,” First Alert 4, April 3, 2026.
Paris, Illinois, April 3, 2026 (FOX 2 Now)
The charges stem from a shooting that happened in the evening hours of Friday, April 3. WCIA previously reported that officers with the Paris Police Department responded to White Oaks Park after receiving several 911 calls about a “disturbance involving a firearm.” When they arrived on the scene, police found an injured male subject…
Prosecutors said Jaleel Jones, a Danville alderman, and two other men — all Black men — were fishing in Paris around 10:45 p.m. when a white pickup truck pulled up with the Kollmans — both white men. Reynolds was with them as well.
Evidence presented in court indicates that the Kollmans and Reynolds had been drinking, and when they got out of the car, they surrounded the three victims and were acting aggressively. All three of the accused were allegedly using racial slurs. The victims said they would leave, but then Jordan pulled a 12 gauge shotgun from the truck, prosecutors said…
The state said Jordan pointed the shotgun in the air, fired and then pointed the gun at one of the victims. Prosecutors said he threatened to “blow [the victim’s] head off.” Documents obtained from the Edgar County Circuit Clerk indicate that Jordan “discharged multiple rounds… at or in the vicinity” of the victims.
Then, the victim who was threatened with the gun pulled out his own gun — which prosecutors said he owned legally — and shot Jordan three times. Court records show that the victim who shot Jordan has not been charged with anything…
Molly Sweeney and Tyler Hill, “2 men charged with attempted murder, hate crime involving Danville alderman,” FOX 2 Now, April 17, 2026.
Dayton, Ohio, April 3, 2026 (WDTN.com)
According to Miami Twp. Communications Manager Jill Drury, the incident happened at approximately 4:15 p.m. on Jassamine Drive and Student Street.
The men reportedly stopped in the intersection to argue. The first man approached the second while holding a pipe. He was then promptly shot in the leg by him…
LeAnne Marie McPherson, “Road rage incident leaves 2 injured,” WDTN.com, April 4, 2026.
Hull, Georgia, April 4, 2026 (Georgia Bureau of Investigation News)
Earnest Howard, age 47, of Athens, GA, was shot and injured during the incident. No agents were injured. Howard has been arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault, Battery, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony, Cruelty to Children, False Imprisonment, and False Imprisonment of a Person Under the Age of 14.
Preliminary information indicates that at about 12:00 p.m. on April 4, 2026, a man, later identified as Matthew Seawright, age 38, of Hull, GA, was traveling on Kimberly Circle toward U.S. Highway 29 in a truck. Seawright’s teenage daughter was also a passenger in the truck. As Seawright drove on Kimberly Circle, a man, later identified as Earnest Howard, passed Seawright in a car and began slamming on his brakes in front of Seawright. Howard then came to a stop at the intersection of Kimberly Circle and U.S. Highway 29, blocking the roadway. Howard exited his car and walked toward Seawright’s truck while yelling at Seawright.
Seawright then exited his truck and placed a revolver in his pocket. Howard hit Seawright several times. During the fight, Seawright retrieved his revolver from his pocket. Howard gained control of the revolver and attempted to shoot at Seawright. Seawright then regained control of his revolver and fired several shots.
An off-duty GBI agent traveling north on U.S. Highway 29 witnessed the fight between Howard and Seawright and stopped to intervene. Once the agent saw Seawright fire his revolver, the agent fired multiple rounds. Seawright was not injured. Seawright immediately dropped his revolver and complied with the agent’s verbal commands. Howard then drove away from the scene into Clarke County, where he stopped and called 911. Howard reported that he had been shot. EMS then responded to Howard’s location, where he was taken to an area hospital for treatment…
Sara Lue, “GBI Investigates Aggravated Assault and Officer Involved Shooting in Hull, Madison County, GA,” Georgia Bureau of Investigation News, April 5, 2026.
Rocky Mount, North Carolina, April 7, 2026 (Rocky Mount Telegram)
According to police, officers at 2:10 a.m. April 7 responded to the 800 block of West Raleigh Boulevard after a report of shots fired. Police said they found a man at the scene who said that he had discharged his firearm after an unknown man tried to rob him…
Officers, while responding to the area, also observed a suspect attempting to flee the scene in a vehicle and conducted a traffic stop, which led to both Robinson and Hill being detained, police said…
According to N.C. District Court records, Robinson and Hill are accused of conspiring to rob someone of his 9 mm handgun and of threatening to use a 9 mm handgun in the robbery attempt…
William F. West, “Two jailed in attempted armed robbery,” Rocky Mount Telegram, April 15, 2026.
Woodland Hills, California, April 10, 2026 (KTLA)
The LAPD confirmed officers responded to the 5500 block of Fallbrook Avenue following reports of gunfire around 2 a.m.
According to initial information from news stringer KNN, a homeowner was awakened by noises outside and discovered two men attempting to steal his Chevrolet Camaro parked in the driveway.
The homeowner confronted the suspects, who were described as wearing black hoodies, and gunfire was exchanged. Evidence of the shooting included bullet holes in the front door of the home and spent shell casings scattered on the ground…
The suspects fled the scene in a Camaro of a similar style, according to the stringer report, and they remain outstanding…
Lily Dallow, “Gunfire erupts during attempted Camaro theft in Woodland Hills; suspects flee,” KTLA, April 10, 2026.
Arlington, Texas, April 10, 2026 (WFAA)
Just before 8 a.m., officers responded to the 2700 block of Stoneriver Road after receiving calls about multiple gunshots in the area.
Police said the individual shot was attempting to remove an item from the vehicle when the homeowner heard a disturbance and went outside to investigate. During the encounter, the homeowner fired a shot, striking the individual…
Tina Valverde, “Person shot during confrontation with homeowner in Arlington, police said,” WFAA, April 10, 2026.
Florence, Colorado, April 11, 2026 (FOX 21 News)
According to the CBI, just before 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, officers with the Florence Police Department (FPD) and deputies with the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) responded to the 100 block of Railroad Avenue, southwest of the intersection of Highway 115 and Highway 67, and found a 40-year-old man dead of an apparent gunshot wound.
The CBI said the woman who fired the gun was the one to call 911, and said she was cooperating with investigators…
“The 43-year-old female involved has been cooperating with authorities after admitting to firing the weapon in the incident. She has claimed the action was taken in self-defense,” the CBI said in the update on Thursday. “Investigators are continuing to thoroughly examine the circumstances of the incident, and no official determination has been made to date, nor has case information been presented to the District Attorney for a charging decision.”
Ashley Eberhardt, “CBI: Woman who called 911 says she shot man in self-defense,” FOX 21 News, April 16, 2026.
Nashville, Tennessee, April 14, 2026 (WKRN.com)
Court documents said the incident happened April 14, at 2:36 p.m. in the 500 block of South 6th Street, in the James Cayce Homes area.
According to the documents, surveillance cameras captured Robert Noel, 34, arriving at the scene in a white Dodge Avenger, then running toward a black Dodge Charger while firing a handgun. The driver of the Charger is then seen returning fire while driving away, reports said…
Noel was charged with felony aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, felony reckless endangerment, felony firearm possession and felony false reporting. His bond was set at $125,000. No information was released about additional arrests in connection with this incident.
Aubriella Jackson, “Man charged after midday shootout in East Nashville,” WKRN.com, April 22, 2026.
Newnan, Georgia, April 15, 2026 (Hoodline)
An Amazon delivery run in Coweta County turned violent when a driver shot and killed a neighbor’s dog after the animal allegedly went after him on his route, according to deputies. Coweta County Animal Control is now reviewing the shooting while investigators sort through what happened in the otherwise quiet neighborhood.
The driver told deputies the dog had slipped free of its runner, then “approached and attempted to bite him,” according to the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators said the driver fired his weapon during the encounter, killing the animal, and that their initial work at the scene indicates the shooting “appears to be self-defense,” as reported by 11Alive…
Marc Washington, “Amazon Route Turns Chaotic As Coweta Driver Shoots Neighbor’s Dog,” Hoodline, April 16, 2026.
Charlotte, North Carolina, April 18, 2026 (Queen City News)
CMPD said officers were called around 8:44 p.m. on April 18 to the 2300 block of Dundeen Street for a report of a shooting into an occupied home. When they arrived, investigators determined that two people had exchanged gunfire, and at least one house was hit.
Authorities said thankfully, no one inside the home was injured…
On Tuesday, May 5, CMPD said that it has classified the shooting as a justified homicide. After consulting with the Mecklenburg County District Attorney’s Office, it was decided that charges would not be filed in this case…
Ciara Lankford and Abby Mittower, “Deadly NW Charlotte shootout ruled justified homicide,” Queen City News, May 5, 2026.
Indianapolis, Indiana, April 19, 2026 (FOX 59)
Ladarius Birdsong, 24, was charged with Aggravated Battery – Posing a Substantial Risk of Death, a Level 3 Felony.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department was dispatched at around 3:09 a.m. on Sunday, April 19 to a White Castle location at 55 West South Street in Indianapolis on a report of a person shot…
According to court documents, five individuals were at White Castle when a woman came up to them “upset and crying.” The female, who appears to be unknown to the victims, described how Birdsong was sleeping with another female and that he was actively being rude and aggressive while breaking up with her.
One of the men decided to help the woman, and another man went to help him. As the victim addressed Birdsong, he allegedly told him, “it’s not cool to be disrespectful to females.” Birdsong reportedly told him to “back off,” then shot him. The friend that went with the victim was at a nearby dumpster when he watched his friend collapse. The victim’s friend then shot inside of the Cobalt where Birdsong was shot in the face…
Deja Studdard, “Docs: Man shot helping woman from boyfriend at White Castle,” FOX 59, May 6, 2026.
Detroit, Michigan, April 19, 2026 (FOX 2 Detroit)
There will be no charges in the triple-fatal shooting at a gas station early Sunday morning, with it being described as a case of self-defense.
The warrant request has been denied for the 22-year-old man arrested after fatally shooting three people at a west side gas station on McNichols.
The pistol was registered to the shooter and he is a CPL holder...
According to police sources, this all started early Sunday morning during an illegal street racing meet-up in Detroit.
A vehicle collided with another vehicle with the three people inside who were killed.
The red was chased to a nearby gas station by the group of four in a black vehicle. One of people from the group of four from the black car, was brandishing a Draco pistol at them. Then, the four apparently attacked the driver.
A passenger in the red vehicle used his own Draco pistol firing at the people who died…
David Komer, “Prosecutor: No charges for gunman in triple fatal shooting at Detroit gas station,” FOX 2 Detroit, April 22, 2026.
Bradenton, Florida, April 20, 2026 (WFLA)
According to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred at the Mega Arcade on U.S. 41 at 5:48 a.m. on April 20.
Deputies said a masked suspect entered the arcade and demanded cash at gunpoint from customers. One customer refused to comply, and the two engaged in a struggle before the suspect shot the customer multiple times.
A manager then retrieved a handgun from an office and fired one round in the suspect’s direction. The suspect then ran from the scene unscathed…
Jackson was arrested on Thursday for armed robbery, aggravated battery with a firearm, and felon in possession of a firearm. He is being held at the Sarasota County Jail with no bond…
Brianna Leonard, “Man arrested in connection with robbery turned shooting at Manatee County arcade,” WFLA, May 8, 2026.
Memphis, Tennessee, April 22, 2026 (Action News 5)
Memphis Police responded to a shots-fired call at the Express Mart near the intersection of Knight Arnold Road and Getwell Road.
Officers spoke with a witness who stated that he had seen a man and woman arguing, and another witness to intervene when the man fired a shot into the air before firing shots next door towards The Tire Lab parking lot…
Officers spoke with the owner of the tire shop, who said that approximately 2 shots were fired from the gas station parking lot and that a customer got out of his vehicle and returned fire…
Joel Moore and Shayna Norwood, “Man hospitalized after shooting at gas station in Parkway Village area,” Action News 5, April 22, 2026.
San Antonio, Texas, April 24, 2026 (KENS 5)
Police say 58-year-old Joseph “Joe” Mendez has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after investigators determined he was allegedly the aggressor in the incident.
According to the arrest affidavit, officers were called around 4:34 p.m. on April 24 to the 300 block of East Young Avenue for reports of a shooting in progress. When officers arrived, they found Mendez suffering from a gunshot wound to his torso in the front yard of his home. He was taken to University Hospital in critical condition.
Investigators say the man who shot Mendez told officers he acted in self-defense after Mendez allegedly threatened him with a knife.
According to the warrant, the conflict began earlier that morning when the shooter’s wife called him at work, claiming Mendez was throwing rocks into their yard and yelling at her. When the husband returned home, he confronted Mendez in the street.
The affidavit states Mendez became upset, removed his shirt, challenged the man to fight and then pulled a knife from his pocket. The shooter told police Mendez waved the knife around before putting it back in his pocket and advancing toward him again…
One witness told investigators Mendez had been throwing stones from his yard and yelling threats, allegedly saying, “You know what? I’m going to kill you,” before reaching into his pocket and moving toward the victim, according to arrest warrant.
The witness said that’s when the man fired one shot.
Another witness, identified as the shooter’s wife, also told police Mendez displayed a knife and continued advancing toward her husband before the shooting.
Investigators also reviewed cellphone video recorded during the confrontation. According to the affidavit, the video showed the two men facing each other in the roadway while the shooter pointed a handgun at Mendez. Police say Mendez then reached toward his pocket and moved closer before the shot was fired…
Vanessa Croix, “Neighbor shoots man claiming self-defense — now the man shot is under arrest, warrant states,” KENS 5, May 9, 2026.
Nashville, Tennessee, April 25, 2026 (News Channel 5 Nashville)
The shooting happened at the Walgreens pharmacy at 2611 8th Ave. S.
According to police, a 44-year-old DoorDash delivery driver had picked up an order from a nearby restaurant and was walking back to his parked Dodge Charger when a gunman approached and demanded the car.
Investigators said the driver retrieved a pistol from inside the Charger. The suspect then shot the driver in the leg.
Police said the driver returned fire, fatally wounding the suspect…
Holly Lehren, “DoorDash driver wounded, suspect killed at Nashville Walgreens shooting,” News Channel 5 Nashville, April 26, 2026.
Indianapolis, Indiana, April 25, 2026 (WTHR)
On April 25, IMPD officers responded to a report of a person shot in an attempted robbery in the 2300 block of Pagoda Drive, on the north side of Garfield Park.
During their investigation, IMPD determined the shooting to be self-defense, and the shooting victim was determined to be a suspect in the robbery…
Zachary Jones, “4 juveniles arrested after April attempted robbery left 1 of them shot on Indy’s south side,” WTHR, July 1, 2026.
Kansas City, Missouri, April 25, 2026 (KCTV 5)
Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson stated that Ashley Mack and Mia Shaw were charged with unlawful use of a weapon, armed criminal action and second-degree burglary.
Court records indicated that an employee at Lit Smoke Shop in the 4800 block of Independence Avenue had told two women to leave the store after they screamed at him. Their brother had been banned from the store the previous day after he had threatened staff, the prosecutor stated.
The women pulled a firearm on the employee, who then pulled out a firearm of his own and shot toward them, court records stated…
Greg Dailey, “Two women charged in shooting at Independence Avenue smoke shop,” KCTV 5, April 28, 2026.
Memphis, Tennessee, April 26, 2026 (Action News 5)
Officers responded to a shooting in the 4100 block of Elvis Presley Boulevard just before 12:30 a.m…
According to MPD, preliminary information indicates the man was attempting to rob the business when he was shot…
Shayna Norwood, “1 killed in overnight shooting at Whitehaven Walgreens, MPD says,” Action News 5, April 26, 2026.
Houston, Texas, April 28, 2026 (KHOU)
According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched around 11:09 a.m. near the intersection of Bammel North Houston Road and Kleinbrook Drive after receiving multiple calls, including a 911 report from a man who said he shot someone who tried to rob him…
Investigators said the two men, both believed to be in their early to mid-20s, had recently met and were riding together in a vehicle. Preliminary information indicates they were discussing creating social media content when the situation escalated.
The driver told deputies that the passenger pulled out a gun and attempted to rob him while the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light. A struggle followed, and the driver shot the passenger, according to investigators…
Detectives are continuing to review evidence and interview witnesses. No charges have been filed at this time, and the case will be presented to the district attorney’s office once the investigation is complete…
Cory McCord, “Planned content meetup turns violent, ends in shooting at north Houston intersection, HCSO says,” KHOU, April 28, 2026.
Columbia, South Carolina, April 30, 2026 (WIS News 10)
The Columbia Police Department (CPD) said Honor James-Everette is charged with assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature, possession of a weapon during a violent crime and unlawful possession of a firearm by a convicted felon…
CPD said the shooting happened Thursday at 2102 Bailey Street, near the Colony Apartments complex. Officers were dispatched in response to a shots-fired call…
James-Everette reportedly fired a handgun, striking a victim in the shoulder. The victim fired back and struck James-Everette in the leg…
Brooke Ashton, “CPD: Arrest made after two injured in shooting near Columbia apartment complex,” WIS News 10, May 1, 2026.
Arcata, California, April 30, 2026 (Redheaded Blackbelt)
Marcks was wanted in connection with an April 30 stabbing where shots were fired near the intersection of Valley West and Valley East boulevards, Arcata Police Lt. Luke Scown confirmed to us.
According to Scown, the victim had been camping in his vehicle when he and Marcks became involved in an altercation. Investigators allege that Marcks stabbed the victim multiple times before the injured man was able to retrieve a firearm and fire several shots as Marcks fled…
Kym Kemp, “Suspect Arrested in Eureka Months After Valley West Stabbing and Shooting,” Redheaded Blackbelt, August 9, 2026.
Fort Worth, Texas, April 30, 2026 (CBS News, Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Fort Worth police have determined that an April 30 road rage shooting that killed a man in northwest Fort Worth was a justifiable homicide, according to online records…
Officers responded just after 2:30 p.m. to the 4600 block of the North Freeway service road amid reports of a shooting…
Martinez and another driver had a road rage altercation while traveling northbound on Interstate 35W and exited near Meacham Boulevard, police said at the time.
When the two stopped at the next traffic signal, “some type of incident” occurred and the other driver, who was not arrested, shot Martinez. That driver then immediately called police to report the shooting, and cooperated with homicide detectives…
Doug Myers, “Man killed in suspected road‑rage shooting on I‑35W service road in Fort Worth, police say,” CBS News, April 30, 2026.
Lillie Davidson, “Victim of Fort Worth road rage shooting identified; no arrest made,” Fort Worth Star-Telegram, May 12, 2026.
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