Teen Charged with Capital Murder Following Fatal Shooting in Forney

Incident Overview

A 16-year-old Forney boy has been charged with capital murder following a deadly shooting in Kaufman County over the weekend of November third, according to the sheriff’s office. The incident occurred that Saturday around 8 p.m. in the 2100 block of Juniper Drive near Spyglass Pond Park.

The Shooting

Deputies arrived to find a 19-year-old Forney man dead at the scene. They also located the suspected shooter, a 16-year-old boy. Early reports suggested that two other victims had fled to a nearby Walmart seeking help. Forney police later found them, including a 19-year-old Corsicana man suffering multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to a Dallas hospital at the time and remained in stable condition in the ICU.

Victims and Suspect Details

The name of the deceased victim has not been released. Authorities confirmed the hospitalized 19-year-old and a 24-year-old man involved in the incident—who was not injured—are both from Corsicana. The suspect, whose identity is withheld due to his age, has been placed in a juvenile detention center.

Investigation Status

The investigation remains active as officials continue interviewing witnesses and reviewing evidence. The incident has shaken the community and renewed conversations about safety and youth violence.

Residents are encouraged to stay aware of updates and mindful of local safety practices as the case progresses.