Dallas ICE shooting: Mexican national seriously injured as shooter dies; Mexico raises diplomatic concern

A gunman opened fire Wednesday at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Dallas, killing one detainee and wounding two others before taking his own life, authorities said. One of the wounded is a Mexican national listed in serious condition at a local hospital, according to Mexico’s government.

Authorities identified the shooter as Joshua Jahn, 29, a detail reported by Fox News citing unnamed sources familiar with the case. Investigators said Jahn fired from a rooftop at the ICE building and also targeted a van in the sally port where detainees were seated during transport into the facility’s secured area. He was found dead at the scene, with a rifle on a nearby rooftop, law enforcement officials said.

Three detainees were in the unmarked transport van when the shots rang out around 7 a.m., according to authorities. The victims were struck as the vehicle entered the facility’s sally port, and the gunman then killed himself at the scene. The dead detainee and two others were hospitalized or treated at the scene, and investigators continue to review security footage and interview witnesses as part of a broader inquiry.

The incident also produced a striking piece of evidence: a bullet recovered at the scene bore the inscription “ANTI-ICE.” A photograph circulated by federal officials showed ammunition affixed to a clip, with the same phrase visible, and officials described the find as part of the ongoing investigation. The episode prompted federal authorities to emphasize heightened security around ICE facilities nationwide.

DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said security at ICE facilities will be increased in the wake of the attack, describing it as part of a broader pattern of violence against ICE personnel, including bomb threats, vehicles used as weapons, and other intimidation tactics that have plagued officers and their families in recent months.

Mexico’s Consulate General in Dallas said it immediately contacted local authorities and confirmed that one of the seriously injured victims is a Mexican national who is hospitalized and receiving medical care. The consulate added that the North America Unit Chief has conveyed concern through diplomatic channels and requested a full investigation into the incident and unrestricted access to the injured Mexican citizen. In a separate statement, Mexico’s Foreign Affairs Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to protecting Mexican citizens through its consular network in the United States.

The FBI and DHS said they are leading joint investigations into the shooting. Authorities are examining surveillance footage, reviewing radios and dispatch records, and interviewing witnesses as they work to determine Jahn’s motive and whether there was any broader connection to other threats against ICE employees. Officials cautioned that there is no publicly disclosed evidence of a broader plot at this stage, though they stressed the case remains active and fluid.

The Dallas shooting arrives amid ongoing concerns about violence targeting ICE personnel and facilities. DHS has repeatedly described recent incidents—ranging from doxxing online of officers’ families to threats and physical confrontations—as part of a troubling trend that has prompted discussions about security measures and officer safety both in Texas and across the United States.

As investigators continue to piece together the timeline and Jahn’s possible affiliation or intent, federal authorities have urged patience and cooperation from the public while they work to assure the safety of ICE personnel and the communities they serve. The case remains under review by multiple agencies, with updates likely to come as more details become available.

In Dallas, police and federal agents cordoned off parts of the facility as investigators collected evidence and interviewed witnesses. The event underscores ongoing stress on immigration enforcement operations and the need for coordinated security at facilities that handle detainees from across the globe. Authorities said they would continue to review all aspects of the incident and coordinate with foreign governments to address any consular concerns arising from the attack. The investigation continues as officials work to determine what prompted the violence and whether additional threats remain.

The shooting ended with Jahn’s death at the scene, and investigators stress that information released in the early hours of the inquiry is subject to change as new facts become available. The case remains a focal point for U.S. and international observers concerned about the safety of ICE personnel and the treatment and protection of detainees and foreign nationals who interact with U.S. immigration authorities.

The latest developments come as authorities emphasize that protecting frontline officers remains a top priority, and that international partners will be kept informed as the investigation progresses. The public will be updated as more information is confirmed by federal investigators and the Dallas Police Department.