by Dallas, Texas: A 19-year-old man has been charged with murder after allegedly shooting and killing a 48-year-old man late Friday night, according to the Dallas Police Department.
Officers were dispatched around midnight Saturday to the 120 block of Bridges Street, where they discovered a man who had been shot. The victim, identified as Michael Elledge, 48, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police say the suspect, Isaac Amaya, 19, was taken into custody and later charged with murder in connection with the incident.
Timeline of Events
According to law enforcement officials and an arrest warrant affidavit, the events leading up to the fatal shooting began earlier Friday evening.
Multiple 911 calls were reportedly made regarding a disturbance at a home in the 200 block of Freddie Street. Callers told dispatchers that a woman was “afraid for her life” and claimed that Amaya — described as her boyfriend — was beating on doors and windows in an attempt to get inside.
When officers initially responded to the disturbance, Amaya allegedly jumped a fence and hid from police, according to the affidavit.
Shooting Incident
Several hours after the initial disturbance, a witness reportedly observed Amaya hiding behind a vehicle and told him to leave the area.
Shortly after midnight, the same witness heard what was described as a “commotion” and saw Amaya confronting Elledge, according to the affidavit.
The witness told investigators they saw Amaya shoot Elledge during the confrontation.
Officers later arrived at the scene on Bridges Street, where Elledge was found with a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the location.
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Arrest and Charges
Police arrested Amaya following the shooting and formally charged him with murder.
Jail records show that Amaya was booked into the Dallas County Jail Saturday morning, and as of Saturday evening, no bond had been set.
Authorities have not publicly released additional details regarding the motive or the relationship between the suspect and the victim. The investigation remains ongoing.
Ongoing Investigation
The Dallas Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Officials are reviewing witness statements and other evidence as part of the case.
Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Dallas Police Department or submit anonymous tips through local crime reporting services.
This remains a developing story, and further updates may be released as more details become available.
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