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Dallas police identified the suspects as Anthony Acevedo, 20, and Jose Alarcon-Sanchez, 18, both residents of Grand Prairie. The viral videos, viewed across the globe, allowed detectives to trace the shooters and link them to the bridge incident.
Repeat Offender Allegedly Caught Again
Investigators say Alarcon-Sanchez had already been arrested by Grand Prairie police for a similar offense just hours later in the early morning of New Year’s Day. That arrest strengthened the case against him and raised serious concerns about repeat violent behavior.
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Both Acevedo and Alarcon-Sanchez were charged with discharging a firearm in certain municipalities, a Class A misdemeanor under Texas law. Acevedo has since been released on bond. Alarcon-Sanchez, however, remains in custody under an immigration hold.
The immigration hold has renewed debate over how dangerous offenders are handled once local charges are filed and whether federal authorities will move quickly to remove them from the country.
Separate Road Rage Shooting Targeted Family
In a separate but equally alarming case, police arrested a third illegal alien accused of opening fire on a family during a road rage incident in November.
Authorities identified the suspect as Anderson Derce Lara. According to police, Lara fired shots at a family vehicle during a confrontation on a Texas roadway. Children were reportedly inside the car at the time of the shooting.
Like the bridge incident, investigators say footage of the attack surfaced online, helping police track down the suspect and build their case. Lara has since been taken into custody and charged in connection with the shooting.
Social Media as a Crime Scene
Dallas police emphasized that social media played a central role in both investigations. The suspects allegedly documented their crimes and shared them publicly, leaving behind digital evidence that detectives used to identify those involved.
The videos not only shocked viewers but also provided timestamps, locations, and visual confirmation of the gunfire. What appeared to be an attempt at online notoriety instead became the strongest evidence against the suspects.
Growing Public Safety Concerns
The cases have sparked renewed concern among Texas residents about public safety, border enforcement, and accountability for violent offenders. Firing weapons from bridges and at families on highways represents a level of recklessness that many say cannot be ignored.
Critics argue the incidents highlight failures in immigration enforcement and question why individuals accused of violent crimes were free to commit multiple offenses. Supporters of stricter border controls say these cases underscore the real world consequences of weak enforcement.
Investigation Ongoing
Dallas police say the investigations remain active as detectives continue reviewing evidence and coordinating with federal authorities. Additional charges could still be filed depending on what prosecutors uncover.
For now, three suspects are off the streets, but the shockwaves from these incidents continue to ripple through North Texas. Families who travel those roads are left with a chilling reminder of how quickly ordinary commutes can turn dangerous when violent criminals show no regard for human life.
As the cases move through the legal system, many Texans are watching closely, demanding justice and stronger action to prevent similar attacks from happening again.
