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Suspect in Custody After Shooting of Loomis Guard at Texas Chase Bank
Balch Springs police are working with the FBI on the ongoing investigation.
Published on Feb. 5, 2026
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A suspect is now in custody after a Loomis security guard was shot outside a Chase Bank in Balch Springs, Texas on Wednesday. The guard was emptying ATMs when he was shot and is in critical condition, but alert and responsive. Surveillance footage showed a masked suspect fleeing the scene with a dark grey bag.
Why it matters
Attacks on armored car guards and bank employees are a serious concern, as they can put public safety at risk and undermine confidence in the financial system. This incident highlights the need for robust security measures and cooperation between law enforcement agencies to protect vulnerable targets.
The details
According to officials, Balch Springs police were called to the Chase Bank branch on Lake June Road near 635, just outside Dallas, around 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday. The Loomis employee was shot while emptying the ATMs. Surveillance footage showed a masked suspect in black fleeing with a dark grey bag. The Loomis guard is in critical condition but was alert and responsive when transported to the hospital.
- The incident occurred around 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 5, 2026.
The players
Balch Springs Police Department
The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident in partnership with the FBI.
FBI
The federal law enforcement agency assisting and leading the investigation into the shooting.
Loomis
The security company that employed the guard who was shot while servicing the Chase Bank ATMs.
Chase Bank
The financial institution whose ATMs were being serviced when the shooting occurred.
What’s next
The Balch Springs Police Department said it will not be releasing the suspect's identity at this time "due to the investigation and judicial process." Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the FBI or the Balch Springs Police Department.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the risks faced by security guards and bank employees, and the importance of robust security measures and law enforcement cooperation to protect vulnerable financial targets and maintain public confidence in the banking system.
