Denton Police Provide Update on Officer-Involved Shooting

Incident Overview

• 🚨 Denton Police Chief Jessica Robbato provided an update on an officer-involved shooting that occurred early Sunday morning, November 2nd, 2025.
• 📍 The incident took place in the 1300 block of Oxford Lane, following a 911 call about a male suspect firing a gun at unoccupied vehicles.

Suspect and Officer Actions

• 🔫 The suspect reportedly fired his weapon as officers arrived on the scene and failed to comply with commands.
• 💥 Denton police officers returned fire, striking the suspect.
• 🚑 Officers immediately administered first aid, and the suspect was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased.
• 🚫 No officers or other residents were injured during the incident.

Investigation Status

• 🕵️ The Texas Rangers are conducting the criminal investigation into the shooting.
• 📄 Denton Police Department will conduct a thorough administrative investigation.
• ⚖️ In accordance with departmental policy, the involved officers have been placed on administrative leave.
• ❓ The identity of the suspect is pending family notification and will be released by the medical examiner's office.

Preliminary Use of Force Review

• ✅ Chief Robbato noted that a preliminary review suggests the officers' use of deadly force appears to be within policy.
• ⚠️ She emphasized that the investigation is still in its early stages and the Texas Rangers will conduct a comprehensive criminal investigation.