19-Year-Old Killed in McKinney Police Shooting After Crash; Texas Rangers Investigating

By R.J. Morales | TX3DNews

McKINNEY, Texas — A 19-year-old man was killed and a McKinney police officer was wounded in a shooting Sunday night following a single-vehicle crash on Wilmeth Road.

McKinney Police responded to the 1700 block of Wilmeth Road around 7:50 p.m. on November 8, where officers encountered Jair Ruenes Galvan, 19, the vehicle’s only occupant.

According to a statement released by the McKinney Police Department, Galvan became noncompliant and refused to follow officers’ commands.

“A physical confrontation occurred, and shots were fired by police,” the department said.

Galvan was transported to Medical City McKinney with life-threatening injuries, where he later died.

Two McKinney police officers were involved in the incident. One sustained a gunshot wound and was transported to an area hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.

Police have not disclosed whether Galvan was armed, what prompted officers to fire, or how the officer sustained the gunshot wound. The department also has not identified the officers involved or confirmed whether both discharged their weapons.

Both officers have been placed on paid administrative leave under department protocol.

Texas Rangers Investigating

McKinney Police said the investigation has been turned over to the Texas Rangers.

Patrick Cloutier addressed the department’s handling of officer-involved shootings in a Facebook discussion about the incident.

“In McKinney we immediately bring in The Texas Rangers to handle the investigations into any police involved shooting. That has already happened. They are investigating and will release their findings,” Cloutier wrote.

The Rangers were also called in following a McKinney police shooting in November 2024, which began under circumstances similar to Sunday’s initial police response.

On November 19, 2024, officers responded to a single-vehicle crash on Amscott Street involving 21-year-old Malik Riley.

According to police accounts reported by CBS News Texas, witnesses reported seeing Riley waving a handgun after leaving his vehicle.

Police said Riley fled on foot when officers arrived. An attempt to stop him with a Taser was unsuccessful. During the pursuit, Riley reportedly displayed a handgun and turned toward officers, prompting an officer to shoot him.

Riley was wounded and transported to a hospital. No officers were injured.

Although both shootings followed responses to vehicle crashes, the circumstances differ. Police reported that Riley had a handgun during the 2024 encounter. Authorities have not disclosed whether Galvan was armed during Sunday’s shooting.

What Happens Next?

In response to a media inquiry Monday, Texas Department of Public Safety Sergeant Juan Gutierrez provided details about the investigation into Galvan’s death.

“The Rangers will conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident, which will include collecting witness statements, reviewing body-worn camera and in-car camera footage, and obtaining any available video footage from nearby businesses or residences,” Gutierrez said.

DPS has not confirmed whether investigators have already obtained or reviewed specific recordings from the incident.

Gutierrez also explained what will happen once the Rangers complete their investigation.

“Upon completion of the investigation, the findings will be submitted to the Collin County District Attorney’s Office for review,” he said.

McKinney Police described the investigation as having been turned over to the Rangers, while DPS characterized the Rangers as assisting. Clarification has been requested regarding which agency is leading the investigation.

Gutierrez said no additional information was available because the investigation remains active and referred further questions about the incident to McKinney Police.

The department has not announced a timeline for releasing additional details or body-camera footage.

“We recognize the seriousness of this event and remain committed to ensuring a thorough and transparent investigation,” McKinney Police said in its initial statement.

The shooting remains under investigation under McKinney Police Department Case No. 26-008895.

This is a developing story.

UPDATE | November 10, 2026

McKinney Police have confirmed that no weapons were found on 19-year-old Jair Ruenes Galvan, who died after officers opened fire following a single-vehicle crash Sunday night on Wilmeth Road.

In a November 9 statement, the department said Galvan repeatedly concealed his hands despite officers’ verbal commands. A physical struggle followed inside the vehicle, during which officers discharged their firearms.

Police also confirmed that the injured officer was a field training officer who suffered a gunshot wound to the hand. Authorities have not explained how the officer was shot or what specifically prompted officers to fire.

The Texas Rangers are leading the criminal investigation, while McKinney Police Internal Affairs is conducting a separate administrative review of department policies and procedures.