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35-year-old man fatally shot in East Dallas, police say

Taikian Brooks was identified as the victim, according to a police news release.
Credit: WFAA

DALLAS — A 35-year-old man was fatally shot late Saturday night in East Dallas, police said.

Taikian Brooks was identified as the victim, according to a police news release.

Officers had responded to a shooting call in the 4900 block of Gaston Avenue off North Fitzhugh Avenue. When they arrived, they found Brooks, who was shot.

Brooks was taken to a hospital, where he died. 

Dallas police arrested 26-year-old Travon Ransom in connection with the shooting. Ransom is charged with murder, evading arrest with a vehicle, and unlawful carry of a weapon, according to police. The motive is unclear at this time.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact detective Jacob White at 214-671-3690 or at jacob.white@dallaspolice.gov.

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