Man found fatally shot at Oak Cliff apartment, Dallas police say

A man was found fatally shot at a central Oak Cliff apartment Tuesday morning, Dallas police say.

Officers responded to a shooting call about 5 a.m. in the 3200 block of South Vernon Avenue, near West Kiest Boulevard, and found 48-year-old Clarence Howard lying on the ground in front of an apartment.

Howard had been shot, police said. Police did not say whether Howard died before officers arrived.

Anyone with information about the shooting may contact Det. Scott Sayers at 214-671-3647 or scott.sayers@dallaspolice.gov with Case No. 193813-2022.

Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to an arrest and indictment in this case. Those who wish to make an anonymous tip may call 214-373-8477.