Incident Overview

On April 5, at approximately 2:30 a.m., Dallas police received reports of a shooting on Main Street. The incident involved two victims: Ashlee Long, 28, who sustained fatal injuries, and another male individual who was also hurt during the incident.

Arrest of Kendrick Finch

Following an investigation, authorities arrested Kendrick Finch, 34, on April 18, charging him with murder.

According to an arrest warrant affidavit, it is believed that Ashlee Long and the male victim had just exited a bar and were crossing Main Street when they encountered Finch, who was reportedly driving a white 4-door Mercedes.

Evidence from Surveillance Footage

Surveillance footage analyzed by investigators captured the moments leading up to the shooting. The male companion of Long was seen brushing his hand against the passing Mercedes. Subsequently, a passenger, believed to be Finch, exited the vehicle brandishing a gun, leading to a confrontation.

During this altercation, the male victim apparently retrieved a firearm from Long’s purse and fired back, prompting Finch to allegedly open fire, hitting Long.

Aftermath of the Shooting

Following the shooting, Long was transported to a nearby hospital, where she was pronounced dead. The male victim also sustained injuries, though details regarding his identity and condition remain unclear.

Hours after the incident, Finch reportedly contacted authorities, admitting his involvement and providing preliminary information that had not been disclosed to the public at that time.

Current Status of the Case

Kendrick Finch is currently being held in the Dallas County jail, with a bond set at $500,000.

Unanswered Questions

Several details about this case remain uncertain:

• The identity and condition of the second injured man have not been made public.
• It is unclear whether Finch had any prior relationship with the victims.