Shops at Red Bird Shooting: Woman arrested for man's murder inside mall
Rashonda Lowe
DALLAS - A man was killed in a shooting at the Shops at Red Bird on Tuesday.
Shooting at Shops at Red Bird
What we know:
Dallas police said they responded to a shooting call at the mall on West Camp Wisdom Road around 4 p.m.
Investigators believe 43-year-old Rashonda Lowe shot and killed 53-year-old Jaime Rokkett.
Lowe later turned herself in to police in Arlington and was transferred to Dallas police custody.
She's now being held in the Dallas County jail on a murder charge.
What we don't know:
While police haven't revealed the circumstances surrounding the shooting, they said it did occur inside the mall.
There's no word yet on how or if Lowe and Rokkett knew each other.
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What they're saying:
A spokesperson from the Shops at Red Bird called the shooting an isolated, targeted incident involving individuals who knew each other, rather than a random act of violence.
"We are deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred Tuesday at The Shops at RedBird. Our thoughts are with everyone affected during this incredibly difficult time," the shopping center said in a statement. "The safety of our shoppers, employees, and tenants is always our highest priority. The Shops at RedBird has a comprehensive security program in place and a strong partnership with local police. We will be reviewing all aspects of this incident closely and taking any additional steps necessary to maintain a safe and welcoming environment."
"As we await further information and the completion of the investigation, I want to extend my deepest condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones," added Dallas City Councilmember Lorie Blair in a statement. "My heart and prayers are with them and with the entire District 8 community during this difficult time. I urge anyone with information to cooperate fully with law enforcement and trust in the professionalism of our police and public safety teams. I am in communication with the Dallas Police Department and remain committed to keeping the public informed as more details emerge."
The Source: Information in this article comes from the Dallas Police Department and Councilwoman Lorie Blair.