A homicide investigation is underway after a man was mortally wounded by gunfire while driving near downtown Dallas early Saturday morning.
According to the Dallas Police Department, officers received a call around 5:25 a.m. about a shooting at E. RL Thornton Freeway EB and Exit Ramp 46, just before the Hardwood Street Bridge.
Authorities said based on its preliminary investigation, it determined a man was fatally shot while driving in the area. As a result of the shooting, the man lost control of the car and crashed into a sign.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has not been released to the public yet, pending an autopsy by the Dallas County Medical Examiner.
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The police department has not shared any details regarding a suspect.
