On September 24, 2025, DHS issued a statement on a targeted attack at the Dallas ICE facility, where a sniper shot at the building from a nearby rooftop. The incident resulted in three detainees being shot; one died, and two are in critical condition. The gunman was found dead with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The attack involved shell casings with anti-ICE messages, indicating it was deliberate violence against law enforcement.
- Sniper attacked ICE Dallas office from rooftop.
- Three detainees shot; one died, two critically injured.
- Shooter found dead with self-inflicted gunshot wound.
- Shell casings had anti-ICE messages on them.
- Previous threat involved a man claiming to have a bomb.
- Suspect in bomb threat identified as Bratton Dean Wilkinson.
The shooting occurred early in the morning, with the gunman firing indiscriminately at the ICE building and a van in the sallyport. Authorities identified the shooter’s body at the scene. This attack follows a previous threat at the same facility last month, when an individual claimed to have a bomb in his backpack, prompting a shelter-in-place order. The suspect, Bratton Dean Wilkinson, was later arrested and charged with terroristic threats.
- Increase security measures at all ICE facilities immediately.
- Review and reinforce protocols for responding to threats and attacks.
- Coordinate with law enforcement to monitor potential threats around similar sites.
- Inform staff and detainees about safety procedures and emergency protocols.
Authorities continue to investigate the motive behind the attack and assess the threat level. The incident underscores the need for heightened security and vigilance at immigration enforcement sites nationwide.
