Police found the victim, 36-year-old Zachary James, shot at the scene. He was transported to a hospital where he died the next day, police said. Dallas police arrested 65-year-old George James and charged him with murder in connection to the shooting, police said.

An increase in violent crime in downtown Dallas has spurred a call from city officials and local businesses to increase police officer presence for the area.

Jean’s killing sparked outrage and protests in Dallas, and also garnered national attention amid ongoing controversies and conversations about police killings of Black men.

The former Dallas police officer convicted of murdering Botham Jean in his apartment six years ago is eligible for parole on Monday (09-30-24). Amber Guyger, who shot and killed Jean in September 2018,