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Texas Rep. Crockett's Fugitive Security Guard Killed in Dallas SWAT Standoff
Mike King, who worked on Crockett's security detail, was wanted for impersonating a law enforcement officer.
Mar. 14, 2026 at 5:06am
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A Texas fugitive who allegedly worked as a security guard for Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) was killed in a standoff with a Dallas SWAT team on Wednesday night. The suspect, who went by several aliases including Mike King, was wanted for impersonating a law enforcement officer and had claimed to be one while recruiting for his business that places off-duty cops with side jobs.
Why it matters
This incident raises questions about the vetting process for political candidates' security personnel and the potential risks of hiring individuals with criminal backgrounds. It also highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in tracking down and apprehending suspects who are skilled at evading authorities.
The details
King was being tracked by the Dallas Police Department's fugitive unit on Wednesday night when he barricaded himself inside a car in the parking garage at Children's Medical Center Dallas. He was forced out of the car by tear gas and aimed a gun at the heavily armed police, who then fired at the armed suspect. King was struck by the gunfire and pronounced dead at the scene.
- On March 11, 2026, Dallas police confronted the suspect around 11:40 p.m.
- The standoff with the Dallas SWAT team occurred on Wednesday night.
The players
Rep. Jasmine Crockett
A Democratic U.S. Representative from Texas who had employed the suspect, Mike King, as a security guard.
Mike King
A Texas fugitive who went by several aliases and allegedly worked as a security guard for Rep. Jasmine Crockett, despite having a criminal background and impersonating a law enforcement officer.
Dallas Police Department
The law enforcement agency that tracked down and confronted the suspect, Mike King, leading to the fatal standoff.
What’s next
Authorities have yet to release the suspect's real name, and further investigation is ongoing to determine the full extent of his criminal activities and his relationship with Rep. Crockett.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the importance of thorough background checks and vetting processes for individuals hired to provide security for public officials, in order to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of both the official and the general public.
