Dallas Woman Arrested for Fatal Shooting at Shops at Red Bird; Rashonda Lowe Charged with Murder in Death of Jaime Rokkett
Dallas, TX – A tragic and senseless act of violence has rocked the South Dallas community following a fatal shooting at the Shops at Red Bird mall that claimed the life of 53-year-old Jaime Rokkett. Dallas police have confirmed that 43-year-old Rashonda Lowe has been arrested in connection with the incident and now faces a charge of murder.
The shooting occurred on the evening of July 1, 2025, inside the bustling shopping complex located in the 3600 block of South Westmoreland Road. According to authorities, officers responded to the scene after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire inside the mall.
Upon arrival, Dallas Police Department (DPD) officers discovered a male victim—later identified as Rokkett—suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency medical personnel rushed to administer life-saving aid, but tragically, Rokkett was pronounced dead at the scene. His sudden death has sent shockwaves through the local community and left his family and friends devastated.
Eyewitnesses reported a chaotic and terrifying scene as shoppers scrambled for safety, unsure of the origin of the gunfire. Several mall employees sheltered customers inside stores until police cleared the area and secured the scene. Surveillance footage from multiple angles inside the mall quickly helped detectives identify Lowe as the suspected shooter.
Following an extensive but swift investigation by the Dallas Police Homicide Unit, Lowe was taken into custody without incident at a separate location in Dallas late Tuesday evening. She was transported to the Dallas County Jail, where she is being held on a murder charge. Investigators have not yet released a clear motive for the shooting but stated that the suspect and victim appeared to have known one another, and the shooting may have stemmed from a personal dispute.
In a press conference Wednesday morning, DPD Chief Eddie Garcia emphasized the department’s commitment to holding those responsible for gun violence accountable. “What happened at the Shops at Red Bird is a heartbreaking reminder of the consequences of senseless violence. We offer our condolences to the family of Mr. Rokkett and assure the public that we are pursuing justice with every available resource.”
Jaime Rokkett is being remembered by loved ones as a kind, hardworking man with a warm spirit and an enduring love for his family. He was reportedly a longtime resident of the Oak Cliff area and well known among neighbors and friends for his generosity and gentle nature.
“He didn’t deserve this,” said a family friend. “He had a good heart, and he was always looking out for people around him. We are in disbelief that his life was taken so suddenly.”
The Shops at Red Bird, which has been undergoing revitalization efforts in recent years to restore it as a key part of the South Dallas economic landscape, remained closed for several hours following the incident as investigators processed the scene. Mall management later issued a statement expressing condolences to the victim’s family and reaffirming their commitment to public safety.
“This is a heartbreaking tragedy,” the statement read. “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim. We are working closely with law enforcement as they continue their investigation and are taking immediate steps to review our security protocols.”
Rashonda Lowe is expected to be arraigned in the coming days. Authorities have not ruled out the possibility of additional charges as the case develops. Investigators continue to urge anyone with further information, including potential witnesses or those with video footage from the mall during the time of the incident, to contact the Dallas Police Department at (214) 671-3661 or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
As the investigation continues, the Dallas community is left grappling with yet another act of gun violence in a public space—renewing calls for increased prevention efforts and stronger community support systems.