Dallas, January 16, 2026
A shooting incident on Interstate 45 in southern Dallas left an unidentified driver hospitalized on Wednesday evening. The shooting occurred shortly after 6 p.m. in the northbound lanes near East Overton Road, resulting in major traffic delays as police began investigating the scene. Emergency responders transported the victim to a local hospital, but details about their condition remain undisclosed. The investigation is ongoing, with no suspects or motive identified so far.
Dallas, Texas – An unidentified driver was shot and hospitalized during the Wednesday evening commute on Interstate 45 in southern Dallas. The incident occurred just after 6 p.m., causing significant traffic delays as police investigated the scene.
Incident Details
The shooting took place on the northbound lanes of the Julius Schepps Freeway (I-45) near East Overton Road. Emergency responders from Dallas Fire-Rescue transported the injured driver to a local hospital.
Investigation Underway
Dallas police are actively investigating the shooting. As of now, authorities have not publicly released details regarding the victim’s current condition or identity.
Investigators have not yet stated whether the shots were fired from another moving vehicle. Furthermore, police have not identified any suspects or determined a motive for the shooting, and no arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened on I-45 in Dallas on Wednesday evening?
An unidentified driver was shot and hospitalized during the Wednesday evening commute on Interstate 45 in southern Dallas.
When did the shooting occur?
The incident occurred just after 6 p.m. on Wednesday evening.
Where exactly did the shooting take place?
The shooting took place on the northbound lanes of the Julius Schepps Freeway (I-45) near East Overton Road in southern Dallas.
What is the condition of the driver?
The injured driver was transported to a local hospital by Dallas Fire-Rescue, and their current condition or identity has not been publicly released.
Are there any suspects or a motive in the shooting?
Police have not identified any suspects or determined a motive for the shooting, and no arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
Key Incident Details
| Event | Description |
|---|---|
| Location | Northbound I-45 (Julius Schepps Freeway) near East Overton Road, southern Dallas |
| Date/Time | Wednesday evening commute, just after 6 p.m. |
| Victim | Unidentified driver, hospitalized |
| Injuries | Driver sustained gunshot wound; no other injuries reported |
| Status of Investigation | Ongoing; no suspects, motive, or arrests publicly identified |
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