FERRIS, TX – In a shocking turn of events, a shooting in Ferris, Texas, left a teenager dead and another individual injured during a Saturday afternoon altercation in a local park. As the investigation unfolds, the small town near Dallas is left grappling with the aftermath of the violence.
Authorities have apprehended two suspects and continue to search for others involved. The altercation reportedly involved about ten individuals, ranging from juveniles to young adults, who had been embroiled in an ongoing dispute. Ferris city officials are working to uncover the full extent of the incident.
Nearby home surveillance captured the sound of gunfire that shattered the peace in the Shaw Creek community. The unsettling event has left residents like Bobby Harris deeply concerned, particularly as children were present in the park at the time.
The investigation has identified 17-year-old Sir Robert Wesley Dixon as the victim, who was fatally shot by a juvenile suspect now in custody. Dixon was also armed and fired his weapon during the confrontation. An adult allegedly used Dixon’s gun to retaliate, injuring another juvenile who was subsequently taken to the hospital.
Law enforcement is diligently working to identify all individuals involved. A warrant has been issued for a juvenile female accused of providing one of the firearms, although her identity is not being disclosed. Additionally, the city released a photo of Juliana Jaslyn Vargas, who is accused of tampering with evidence by handling one of the guns.
While Ferris has surveillance cameras in the park, the footage from the incident is not yet available to the public. However, it is playing a vital role in the investigation. Ferris Independent School District expressed its sorrow over the loss of a student in a social media post, offering support to the grieving families.
As the community seeks answers, residents are urged to provide any information that may aid investigators. City officials emphasize the need for cooperation to bring those responsible to justice and prevent future tragedies.