On the evening of April 17, 2025, 22-year-old Yantese Chappell was fatally shot in South Dallas. The shooting occurred around 7:25 p.m. in the 4800 block of Elsie Faye Heggins Street. Responding officers found Chappell with gunshot wounds; Dallas Fire-Rescue responded but Chappell died at the scene.

The Dallas Police Department has opened an investigation and Detective J. Reed is leading the case. No arrests have been announced. Authorities are asking the public to come forward with information to help identify a suspect or suspects and to clarify the motive.

Community members have expressed concern about violence in the area and the need for justice for Chappell and the family. If anyone has information about what happened that evening or saw suspicious activity near Elsie Faye Heggins Street around 7:25 p.m., contact the Dallas Police Department.