The 15-year-old was struck by gunfire that entered his bedroom during an overnight attack.
FORT WORTH, Texas — A Fort Worth father says his 15-year-old son staggered out of his bedroom after being shot and told his family he had been hit, moments after gunfire ripped through their home early Thursday.
The account offers a glimpse into the chaos inside the house as investigators work to determine who opened fire and why. The shooting killed a high school student and athlete, leaving a family grieving and a community searching for answers amid an ongoing homicide investigation.
The father said the gunfire erupted around 1:30 a.m., sending bullets through the walls of the duplex where the family had recently moved. He described the sound as sudden and intense, echoing throughout the home. Within moments, his son emerged from his room bleeding and in distress, telling family members he had been shot before collapsing. Emergency responders rushed the teen to a hospital, but he did not survive.
Authorities confirmed the shooting occurred in the 6700 block of Glenbrook Lane and said the victim was inside the home when the shots were fired from outside. Police have classified the case as a drive-by shooting and homicide but have not identified any suspects. Investigators have not said whether the house was specifically targeted or if others were inside at the time of the shooting.
The victim, identified by relatives as Prince Washington, was a sophomore at South Hills High School and known among family members as focused and respectful. His father said the teen had ambitions tied to basketball and spent much of his time practicing and staying committed to school. He said his son avoided trouble and was not involved in conflicts that might explain the violence.
Neighbors described hearing rapid gunfire that shattered the quiet of the early morning hours. One resident said the noise initially sounded like someone pounding on a door before realizing it was gunshots. The incident has raised concerns among residents about safety, particularly given that the victim was inside his home at the time.
School officials said the loss has deeply affected students and staff. The district announced that counselors and support services would be available on campus to help those coping with grief. Administrators acknowledged that such incidents can have lasting emotional impacts and said resources would remain in place in the days following the shooting.
Police said detectives are continuing to collect evidence, including examining the scene and seeking any surveillance footage that may help identify the shooter or vehicle involved. Authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing that even small details could assist in the investigation.
The father said he does not believe the shooting was connected to his family, calling it senseless and without clear explanation. He said the family had been living in the home for only a few months and had not experienced prior issues. Investigators have not publicly identified any motive.
The investigation remains active, with police expected to provide updates as leads develop. No arrests have been announced, and officials have not provided a timeline for when additional information may be released.
Author note: Last updated April 4, 2026.