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2 people killed in Sunday afternoon shooting, Denton police say
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· August 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Denton police have confirmed the incident.
A shooting occurred on Sunday afternoon in Denton , resulting in the deaths of two people. Denton police have confirmed the incident. Further information about the shooting can be found through WFAA, the source of this report.
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Category: safety Published: August 9, 2026 Source: WFAA Reading time: 1 min
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