Two Juveniles Injured in Wichita Falls Shooting

Police investigating incident on Taft Boulevard

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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The Wichita Falls Police Department responded to a shooting call on Sunday evening in the 4600 block of Taft Boulevard. Two juveniles were transported to United Regional for medical treatment, and detectives with the Crimes Against Persons Unit are investigating the incident.

Why it matters

Shootings involving juveniles are concerning for the Wichita Falls community, raising questions about public safety and the underlying causes of youth violence in the area.

The details

According to the Wichita Falls Police Department, the shooting occurred just after 7:30 pm on Sunday, February 8th. Two juveniles were injured and transported to United Regional for medical treatment. Detectives with the Crimes Against Persons Unit are currently investigating the incident.

  • The shooting occurred just after 7:30 pm on Sunday, February 8th.

The players

Wichita Falls Police Department

The local law enforcement agency responsible for responding to the shooting incident and investigating the case.

United Regional

The hospital where the two injured juveniles were transported for medical treatment.

Crimes Against Persons Unit

The specialized investigative team within the Wichita Falls Police Department that is looking into the details of the shooting.

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What’s next

Detectives will continue to investigate the shooting and gather more information about the incident and the condition of the injured juveniles.

The takeaway

This shooting highlights the ongoing challenges Wichita Falls faces in addressing youth violence and ensuring public safety in the community.