EAGLE PASS, Texas — Around 12:30 a.m. Sunday, Maverick County Sheriff Tom Schmerber confirmed one person is dead and at least six others are injured after a sho
Around 12:30 a.m. Sunday, Maverick County Sheriff Tom Schmerber confirmed one person is dead and at least six others are injured after a shooting at the Lucky Eagle Casino on the Kickapoo reservation. EAGLE PASS, Texas — Two people have been killed and multiple people are injured after a shooting at the Lucky Eagle Casino on the Kickapoo reservation just after midnight Sunday, according to law enforcement on the scene.
The Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino is on the Texas/Mexico border, about 150 miles southwest of San Antonio.. At least three to four more victims were airlifted in critical condition to San Antonio hospitals after being struck by gunfire. The shooting happened around 12:30 a.m. Sunday. Eyewitnesses told Yami Virgin they heard gunshots, looked outside, and saw at least one person on the ground. Witnesses report a gunshot struck an entrance door and even a slot machine inside the casino, while outside, a wounded person was seen bleeding and screaming in pain as others rushed to help. Authorities confirm the suspect fled the scene in a black Nissan truck and remain on the run. Maverick County Sheriff Schmerber said deputies are still searching for the suspect. Reservation police and Texas Rangers are also assisting. The casino was packed due to a raffle event, making the situation even more chaotic for guests and staff.“Our community has been shaken by the terrible news of the recent shooting that took place at the Kickapoo Casino parking lot. As your County Judge, it pains me deeply to see these horrific acts of violence occurring in our home. Please know that all local, state, and tribal law enforcement agencies are working tirelessly, not only to secure the tribal area but to protect our county as a whole. The individual responsible for this act in question is currently being tracked, and we remain committed to supporting the victims and restoring peace in our community.” If you were at the casino and have photos, video, or information that can help investigators, contact the Maverick County Sheriff’s Office and share tips with our newsroom. The Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Hotel is the largest casino in Texas, operated by the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas on their reservation land near the Rio Grande. The expansive facility provides a major entertainment draw for the region, offering a wide array of gaming with over 3,300 electronic slot machines, live poker, and a large bingo hall. Beyond the gaming floor, the complex features a six-story, 249-room hotel, several restaurants, bars, and an outdoor pool.
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