DALLAS — A Southwest airplane was reportedly struck by gunfire at Dallas Love Field Friday night, according to the airline.
A Southwest spokesperson said the plane was hit while preparing for departure to Indianapolis. No injuries were reported, the spokesperson said.
The Dallas Police Department said it responded to the shooting at about 9:48 p.m. at 8000 Herb Keller Way. A police source confirmed to WFAA that 99 people were aboard the flight when it was hit.
One bullet went through the cockpit, sources tell WFAA. Police believe the shooting was a result of random gunfire, sources say.
Southwest Airlines released the following statement on the incident:
Southwest Airlines Flight 2494 taxied safely back to the terminal at Dallas Love Field after a bullet apparently struck the right side of the aircraft just under the flight deck while the Crew was preparing for departure for Indianapolis. No injuries were reported. Southwest will accommodate our Customers on another flight. Law enforcement authorities have been notified and the plane has been removed from service.
Dallas PD said its Special Investigations Unit is investigating the incident. Runway 13R/31L was temporarily closed while police investigated the incident but has since reopened, according to a Love Field spokesperson.
This is a developing story. We will update this article with the latest information as it comes.