Skeletal remains found July 1, 2023 in a wooded area near 7500 S. Lancaster Road were identified by the Medical Examiner on September 20 as 41-year-old Michael Mupfukudzwa, who had been reported missing on September 12, 2022. The preliminary investigation determined Mupfukudzwa had been shot, and the death has been classified as a homicide.

Records show Mupfukudzwa had a prior arrest on September 10, 2021 in Dallas County for allegedly assaulting a peace officer or judge; he was 39 at that time. There have been no public reports of arrests or of suspects in the homicide. The Dallas Police Department is investigating and is asking anyone with information to contact Detective Ronald Kramer at 214-671-3608 or [email protected].

If anyone knew Michael, saw him after September 12, 2022, or has information about the area near 7500 S. Lancaster Road, please come forward to assist the investigation.