A Simple ‘Thank You’ Could’ve Saved a Life – Dallas Sh00ting Leaves Woman Dead

A 41-year-old woman has died following a shooting that occurred after a brief altercation over a simple act of courtesy at a shopping center in southwest Dallas, Texas.

According to police and court documents, the incident happened on Tuesday afternoon when the victim, identified as Cecilia Simpson, became upset with another woman, Keona Hampton, 22, for not saying “thank you” after she held the door open for her.

Dallas Police say the two women exchanged words before the argument escalated. A witness told investigators that Simpson, along with another woman, later saw Hampton again at a nearby store within the same shopping complex. The confrontation reportedly resumed inside the store, prompting employees to ask both women to leave.

The situation turned violent outside in the parking lot, where Hampton allegedly threw a bottle at Simpson’s vehicle. Simpson confronted her, and a physical fight broke out. The witness told detectives she tried to intervene, hitting Hampton several times before stepping away. Hampton then allegedly pulled out a handgun and fired multiple shots at Simpson.

Simpson was rushed to a local hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.

Police say cellphone footage captured the altercation and the sound of gunshots. Surveillance cameras also showed Hampton leaving the scene with a firearm. Later that day, officers traced her vehicle to an apartment complex in Dallas and arrested her during a traffic stop.

According to the affidavit, Hampton admitted to shooting Simpson, claiming she did so to “get her away” during the fight. She has been charged with murder and is currently being held without bond at the Dallas County Jail.

Authorities have not yet confirmed whether Hampton has legal representation.