5 dead in shooting in western Texas; suspect shot, killed: Officials
Five people have been shot and killed by a gunman who opened fire in a series of shootings near Odessa in western Texas, according to authorities.Police said there were 21 shooting victims.
The shooting began with a traffic stop by a Texas Department of Public Safety officer, authorities said. It was not clear what led to the traffic stop. The suspect fired at the officer and fled, then started to shoot at people in multiple locations, police said.The Department of Public Safety officer's injuries were non-life-threatening, Midland Mayor Jerry Morales told CNN.Midland Memorial Hospital has received six patients, three of whom are in critical condition, hospital officials said. The other three patients are in stable condition.
Abbott said,"We will not allow the Lone Star State to be overrun by hatred and violence. We will unite, as Texans always do, to respond to this tragedy.” He added,"We offer our unwavering support to the victims, their families, and all the people of Midland and Odessa."President Donald Trump tweeted that he's been briefed by the attorney general.This story is developing. Please check back for more updates.
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