Dallas Man Arrested For Doing Donuts With Child In Car During Ice Storm

Dangerous Winter Stunts Lead to Multiple Arrests

While Dallas battled hazardous winter weather conditions over the weekend, the Street Racing Task Force and patrol officers responded to multiple calls about reckless ATV activity and street racing across the city on January 25, 2026 . The most shocking incident involved a 23-year-old man performing dangerous driving stunts with a child as his passenger.

At approximately 2:29 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 400 block of North Good Latimer Expressway and 2600 Elm Street after receiving multiple calls about ATVs blocking the intersection and roadway . Upon arrival, they observed a white Jeep Wrangler driving recklessly and performing donuts in the intersection .

The situation became far more serious when officers initiated a traffic stop and discovered a child inside the vehicle . The driver, identified as 23-year-old Eber J. Rosario Soto, of Dallas, Texas, was arrested and charged with Endangering a Child by Criminal Negligence, Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon, and Reckless Driving .

Widespread Crackdown on Winter Street Racing

The arrest was just one part of a broader enforcement effort that resulted in significant seizures across the city. Officers impounded 11 ATVs and arrested a driver for endangering a child, according to the Dallas Police Department . The crackdown continued throughout the afternoon as authorities responded to multiple locations where groups were taking advantage of icy roads for illegal activities.

Later that afternoon, at approximately 3:35 p.m., the Street Racing Task Force responded to additional calls in the Central Patrol area and the Central Business District. Officers observed a large group of ATVs illegally parked in the roadway in the 200 block of July Alley . The ATVs did not have license plates, leading to the impoundment of seven ATVs, which were transported to the Dallas Police Auto Pound .

Additional calls related to ATV activity were received in the 800 block of South Riverfront, resulting in the towing of three unregistered ATVs, which were also transported to the Dallas Police Auto Pound . The enforcement actions took place while the city remained under emergency weather conditions, requiring police resources to address both storm-related incidents and these dangerous driving exhibitions.

Child Endangerment Consequences and Police Response

The charges against Rosario Soto highlight the serious legal consequences of involving children in reckless driving activities. Under Texas law, no injury needs to occur — merely the risk of imminent harm is enough to bring charges . Child endangerment cases can range from state jail felonies to more serious charges depending on the level of danger involved.

Police Chief Daniel Comeaux emphasized the department's stance on such behavior during emergency conditions. "While our officers are working around the clock responding to hazardous winter weather, choosing to street race is not just reckless, it's dangerous and irresponsible. This behavior puts lives at risk and will not be tolerated in Dallas" .

Growing Problem Requires Continued Enforcement

This incident reflects a broader pattern of illegal street activities that Dallas police have been combating throughout the region. The Dallas Police Department has been trying to crack down on instances of street racing and stunts , with previous operations resulting in dozens of arrests and vehicle seizures.

The combination of winter weather conditions and the presence of children in these dangerous situations creates particularly concerning scenarios for law enforcement. While some participants may view icy roads as an opportunity for excitement, the legal and safety consequences remain severe, especially when minors are involved in the reckless behavior.