Thomas Dewayne Scott, a 43-year-old man from Dallas, Texas, was fatally shot on June 20, 2020. He was killed in the parking lot of Sam's 99 Cent Store in East Oak Cliff when he tried to stop someone from stealing his vehicle. Scott had left his car running and unlocked, and when he saw someone trying to drive away with it, he waved at them to stop. The suspect got out of the car and shot Scott once in the left side before fleeing the scene.
Scott was found unresponsive on the ground and later pronounced dead at a local hospital.
Following the incident, four individuals were arrested in connection with Scott's death. Jahquan Ferguson, 19, and three juveniles were charged with capital murder. Ferguson was held on a $1,000,000 bail, while the juveniles were detained at the Dallas County Juvenile Detention Center. The investigation revealed that the suspects were involved in stealing Scott's car when the shooting occurred.
The case drew significant attention from local law enforcement and the community, with Dallas police urging anyone with information to come forward. Despite the arrests, the investigation continued as authorities sought to gather more evidence and build a stronger case against the suspects.
Thomas Dewayne Scott was remembered by his family and friends as a loving father and grandfather with a joyful personality and a protective nature. His tragic death left a void in the lives of those who knew him, and his loved ones continue to mourn his loss while seeking justice for his untimely passing.
