Grace Mathis, a 63-year-old woman from Dallas, Texas, died on March 28, 2018, after being shot when she intervened in a fight. The shooter, described as a 78-year-old man, was arrested and taken into custody. Grace was active in her community and church, and her death was deeply mourned by those who knew her.

Investigators focused on the events leading up to the shooting and the actions of the suspect; legal proceedings followed to establish the full context of the incident. The case drew attention because of the circumstances of her death and the suspect’s age, and prompted conversations about community safety and conflict resolution.

If anyone knew Grace or witnessed the incident, or has information about what happened that night, please share what you know.