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Man charged with seven counts in Deep Ellum Halloween shootings

David Yancy was charged with seven counts of aggravated assault related to a shooting in Deep Ellum on November 1. He also faces a federal charge of possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. Three shootings occurred in Deep Ellum early November 1, killing four people and injuring 15 others.

Where
Deep Ellum, Dallas
When
November 1, 2026
Sources
Reported by 2 outlets

Counties: Dallas

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Who's involved

  • David YancyMan charged with seven counts of aggravated assault in mass shooting and federal firearm charge
  • Daniel ComeauxDallas Police Chief
  • Ryan RaybouldU.S. Attorney, Northern District of Texas
  • Fernando GarciaBureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives task force officer

The facts

  • David Yancy charged with seven counts of aggravated assault in mass shooting, a first-degree felony.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • Yancy also faces federal charge of possessing firearm or ammunition as convicted felon.2
  • Three shootings occurred in Deep Ellum between approximately 12:20 a.m. and 1:35 a.m. on November 1.2
  • The three shootings killed four people and injured 15 others.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • Surveillance footage shows Yancy removing handgun from waistband and firing toward people in crowded district.2
  • Investigators collected 11 fired 9mm cartridge casings and projectiles from the main shooting scene.2
  • Yancy surrendered to Dallas police on November 4 after his image was released to media November 5.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • If convicted on federal charge, Yancy faces up to 15 years in prison.2

Who said what

These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.

  • Ryan Raybould, U.S. Attorney Those who cooperate now could receive more favorable treatment than those who wait to be arrested.1
  • Ryan Raybould, U.S. Attorney Investigators have surveillance video, photographs and other evidence identifying suspects.1
  • Daniel Comeaux, Dallas Police Chief We know who we're looking for.1

Where the sources disagree

  • Yancy's age 31 years old per Dallas police [1,2]; 27 years old per U.S. Attorney's Office [2]

How they headlined it

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  • Officials urge Deep Ellum suspects to surrender after man faces 7 mass shooting counts

    CBS News

  • Deep Ellum Shooting Suspect Faces Federal Gun Charge

    Dallas Express

Sources

Outlets: 1 left-leaning, 1 not rated Only left-leaning outlets reported this Who's covering Texas →

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  1. Officials urge Deep Ellum suspects to surrender after man faces 7 mass shooting counts CBS News Lean Left, November 5, 2026
  2. Deep Ellum Shooting Suspect Faces Federal Gun Charge Dallas Express Not rated, November 6, 2026

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