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Man holding a machete and dragging a screaming woman fatally shot by neighbor, witnesses say
By Deborah Ferguson, Shannon Miller and Frank Heinz at NBC DFW
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
A woman's screams for help led to a deadly confrontation with a man carrying a machete in Fort Worth late Sunday night. Fort Worth Police said officers were called to the 2900 block of Ross Avenue at about 10:20 p.m. for a man with a weapon. When officers arrived, they found a man with an apparent g
Key takeaway Fort Worth Police said officers were called to the 2900 block of Ross Avenue at about 10:20 p.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The deadly confrontation on Ross Avenue raises concerns about the safety of Fort Worth residents, particularly in regards to domestic violence and intervention. The fact that a neighbor felt compelled to intervene with a firearm to protect the woman suggests a breakdown in the ability of authorities to respond in a timely manner to emergencies. This incident may also highlight the need for increased awareness and resources for addressing domestic violence in the community. As the investigation unfolds, it will be crucial to determine whether the responding officers were delayed in their arrival and what role, if any, this may have played in the outcome. Additionally, the fact that the shooter remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators may be a factor in the decision of whether to file charges, a decision that will likely be closely watched by the community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A woman's screams for help led to a deadly confrontation with a man carrying a machete in Fort Worth late Sunday night. Fort Worth Police said officers were called to the 2900 block of Ross Avenue at about 10:20 p.m. for a man with a weapon. When officers arrived, they found a man with an apparent g
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