Dallas Man Wanted for Fatal March Shooting Turns Himself In Nearly Three Weeks Later — Simuel Norice Charged with Murder in Death of 58-Year-Old Christopher Simms
Dallas, TX — April 21, 2025 — A man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that took place in late March has turned himself in to Dallas authorities. The suspect, 54-year-old Simuel Norice, surrendered to police on Saturday, April 19, nearly three weeks after he was officially named as a suspect in the murder of 58-year-old Christopher Simms.
The shooting occurred on Wednesday, March 27, just before 1 p.m., in the 2600 block of Frankford Road in North Dallas. Responding to a report of gunfire, officers arrived on scene to discover Christopher Simms suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite efforts to save him, Simms was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.
For weeks, the Dallas Police Department searched for leads as Simuel Norice remained at large. Then, in a significant development over the weekend, Norice voluntarily turned himself in to the Dallas Police Department. He has since been formally charged with murder.
Ongoing Investigation Leaves Questions Unanswered
While the arrest marks progress in the case, key questions remain unanswered. Authorities have not released details regarding what led to the fatal confrontation between Norice and Simms. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and officials have declined to confirm whether the two men knew each other prior to the incident.
Norice’s decision to surrender also came without a public statement, and at this time, no legal representatives have issued comments on his behalf. It is unclear whether the surrender was coordinated through an attorney or initiated independently.
Community Reaction and Continued Search for Answers
The shooting has left neighbors and members of the local community shaken, especially given the broad daylight nature of the incident. Residents of the Frankford Road area described the crime scene as chaotic, with several law enforcement vehicles and a temporary lockdown in place during the investigation.
“Christopher was a quiet man, very respectful. No one ever imagined something like this could happen here,” said a neighbor who asked not to be named. “We’re relieved there’s been an arrest, but we still don’t know why it happened.”
Appeal for Information
Although Norice is now in custody, the investigation is far from over, and detectives are still seeking information that may help piece together the events of March 27.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has relevant information—especially about Norice’s whereabouts in the days following the shooting—to come forward.
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What’s Next?
Simuel Norice is currently being held pending further legal proceedings. His first court appearance has not yet been scheduled, and no bond information has been made public at this time.
The Dallas Police Department continues to gather evidence and is expected to release additional updates as the case develops.
As the legal process begins, the family and friends of Christopher Simms are left to mourn a life taken too soon. Many hope the truth behind the violence will come to light as the case moves forward.