In the predawn hours of July 2, 2026, officers from the Dallas Police Department were sent to the 3500 block of La France Street after reports of gunfire. They found 56-year-old Charles Lee Baldwin, also known as Chuck, with a gunshot wound. Dallas Fire-Rescue crews transported him to a hospital, where he later died from his injuries that day.

Police say the shooting was carried out by a suspect who was known to Baldwin; that person’s identity has not been released. The case is active and will be referred to a grand jury. Detective L. Swanson is handling the investigation and the department has asked the public for assistance. Baldwin’s obituary lists visitation and funeral services for July 27 and 28, with a graveside service at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery.

Does anyone in the neighborhood or who knew Charles have information that could help the investigation?