NEW YORK, June 12 (Xinhua) -- A shooting in Midland, U.S. state of Texas, left two people dead and 10 others injured on Friday morning, according to local authorities.
One victim died at the scene and the suspected gunman was confirmed deceased after a standoff, said Midland Mayor Lori Blong.
"The active shooter incident has been resolved, and the suspect is confirmed deceased," said the City of Midland on Facebook.
The shooting began in southeast Midland and progressed across the southern portion of the city. Nine victims were taken to Midland Memorial Hospital with four of them undergoing surgeries, a spokesperson for the hospital said. Five victims in stable condition have since been discharged.
The suspect, Victor Mata Villarreal, 45, had been wanted for attempted capital murder of an officer after he allegedly fired multiple shots at police during a car chase on Wednesday, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
The scene remains active and road closures in the area are expected to remain in place for the foreseeable future as the investigation continues, the City of Midland posted on Facebook. The public was asked to avoid the area and monitor updates.
A family unification center is open at Midland Memorial Hospital, according to the authorities. ■
