A legal battle is underway over Rodeo Dallas, a nightclub in Deep Ellum that was shut down Aug. 8 after property owners secured a temporary restraining order.
The order was filed by Asana Partners, who claim the bar is a public nuisance contributing to crime in the area. They accuse operators of overserving patrons — including minors — and failing to search for weapons.
Community voices mixed reactions
“I feel like it’s unfair… I don’t think the bar owners, or the property owners, could control what the people do, you know,” said Jorge Romero.
Crime statistics cited in testimony
According to hearing testimony this week, there have been five shootings and four murders in the area since March…