What happened to Stephen Kwembe?

Stephen Kwembe, the 28-year-old suspect in the knife attack at Good Vibes Bar & Grill, was fatally shot by Richardson police officers at the scene. He had called police prior to the incident, expressing an intent to harm people and a desire for officers to kill him.

What happened to the victims of the Good Vibes stabbing?

Four people were stabbed: bartender "Fefe" and customers Harold Stemper, Garrett Ledger, and Reuben Blackwell. All were transported to hospitals in critical condition, but were expected to make good recoveries. GoFundMe links were created to assist each victim, and the community rallied to support them.

Did the Good Vibes Bar & Grill reopen?

Yes, Good Vibes Bar & Grill reopened on Friday, May 9, 2026, just three days after the incident. The bar displayed the names of the four injured victims inside.

What happened to the police officers involved in the Good Vibes shooting?

The two Richardson police officers who fired their weapons were placed on administrative leave, which is standard procedure. The investigation into the officer-involved shooting is ongoing, and their identities and the specific outcomes of their administrative leave have not yet been publicly reported.

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What happened after a knife attack at Good Vibes Bar & Grill in Richardson, Texas?

What happened?

Stephen Kwembe, the suspect in the knife attack at Good Vibes Bar & Grill on May 6, 2026, was fatally shot by Richardson police officers. Four stabbing victims were hospitalized in critical condition but were expected to make good recoveries, and the bar reopened days later.

Final outcome verified

Last checked: Jun 14, 2026

Sources: PoliceActivity; FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth; WFAA; CBS News

Timeline

May 6, 2026
Stephen Kwembe appears in Richardson Municipal Court for a drug paraphernalia charge and attempts to retrieve a confiscated firearm.
May 6, 2026
Kwembe calls the Garland Police non-emergency line, stating his intent to harm people at Good Vibes Bar & Grill and expressing a desire for officers to kill him.
May 6, 2026
Around 10 p.m., Kwembe attacks four people with a knife at Good Vibes Bar & Grill and is fatally shot by Richardson police officers.
May 7, 2026
Richardson police release body-camera footage of the incident and Kwembe's 911 call.
May 9, 2026
Good Vibes Bar & Grill reopens, displaying the names of the four injured victims.
May 12, 2026
The Richardson community continues to rally around the victims, with some still in the ICU but all expected to make good recoveries.

Receipts

PoliceActivityMay 14, 2026
FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort WorthMay 7, 2026
WFAAMay 7, 2026
WFAAMay 12, 2026
WFAAMay 12, 2026
CBS NewsMay 7, 2026