The Dumas Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting in the block of 200 S Oak St that left one person dead.

Upon the officer’s arrival, a male was laying on the ground unresponsive. Officers began CPR. The victim, a 24-year-old black male of Dumas, was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The victim’s identity has not been released at this time.

 An investigation into the shooting is ongoing.

The police department is asking that anyone with any information regarding this case contact Investigator Eric Armstrong or Investigator Alan Hernandez at 870-382-5511