URGENT UPDATE: A woman has been fatally shot by a security guard following an altercation on January 1, 2026Fort Worth, Texas. Police were dispatched to the 2600 block of S. Riverside Dr. after reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers found an adult female victim suffering from a gunshot wound to her chest.
Despite immediate life-saving efforts from medical personnel, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have confirmed that the suspect, employed as security at the location, is in custody.
Details emerging from the investigation indicate that an argument erupted between the victim and the security guard after he instructed her to leave the premises. The situation escalated when the guard used pepper spray against the victim as she advanced towards him. In response, the victim reportedly retrieved a stabbing weapon and continued to approach the guard, who then fired his sidearm, striking her.
Homicide detectives are currently investigating the incident. Preliminary evidence suggests this was an isolated confrontation, with no ongoing threat to the surrounding community. The victim’s identity will be confirmed by the Tarantino County Medical Examiner’s Office.
As the investigation progresses, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The community is in shock as this tragic event unfolds, emphasizing the need for awareness and safety during public gatherings, especially on significant celebrations like New Year’s Day.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
