Jasmine Crockett's Bodyguard Killed in Shootout with Dallas SWAT

The bodyguard was accused of impersonating a police officer and running an off-duty security business.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 12:19pm

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A soon-to-be former U.S. Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett's bodyguard was killed in a shootout with the Dallas SWAT team after being accused of impersonating a police officer and running an off-duty security business that connected North Texas officers with paid extra work.

Why it matters

This incident raises questions about the vetting process for high-level security personnel, especially those tasked with protecting elected officials. It also highlights the potential risks of allowing private citizens to impersonate law enforcement officers.

The details

The bodyguard, who went by the name King, was wanted for impersonating a law enforcement officer. He had claimed to be a cop while operating Off Duty Police Services, an online platform that connected North Texas officers with off-duty work. Authorities say King drove a replica undercover police vehicle and used stolen license plates. During the standoff, King fled into a hospital parking garage, barricaded himself in a vehicle, and was forced out by tear gas before pulling a gun on officers, leading to the fatal shootout.

  • On March 14, 2026, the shootout between King and the Dallas SWAT team occurred.
  • King had been providing security for Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, who will be leaving Congress in January 2027 after losing a bid for a U.S. Senate seat.

The players

Jasmine Crockett

A soon-to-be former U.S. Congresswoman who had employed King as her bodyguard.

King

The bodyguard for Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett who was killed in the shootout with Dallas SWAT. He was accused of impersonating a police officer and running an off-duty security business.

James Talarico

The primary opponent who defeated Crockett in her bid for a U.S. Senate seat.

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What’s next

Authorities have not released King's real name, and further investigation is needed to determine the full extent of his criminal history and how he was able to secure a high-level security role for a sitting member of Congress.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of thorough background checks and vetting processes for individuals in positions of trust, especially those responsible for protecting public officials. It also raises concerns about the potential for abuse when private citizens are allowed to impersonate law enforcement officers.