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• 1 Dead, 1 in custody following shooting in Starr County Play Video

  February 13, 2020 3:18 PM

  GARCENO – A man is dead and a person is in custody following a shooting in Starr County. Sheriff’s deputies responded to a call of shots fired at 3:34 a.m. Thursday in Garceno. On their way to the scene, officials were notified of “several vehicles” fleeing the area at... more »

• Man convicted in deadly Edinburg road rage shooting sentenced to 20 years Play Video

  February 12, 2020 5:29 PM

  EDINBURG – A man convicted in a deadly road rage incident was sentenced to 20 years in prison. Fabian Paredes was convicted in a 2017 shooting right outside the Hidalgo county courthouse. Today's punishment for comes 3 months after his conviction. The victim, 27-year-old Joshua Sanchez, was... more »

• Suspect connected to man found dead with gunshot wound in Harlingen arrested Play Video

  February 7, 2020 6:37 AM

  HARLINGEN – A suspect connected to a Harlingen shooting is now in custody. On Thursday night, a man was found dead inside a car with a gunshot wound to his chest on the 3300 block of Adams Landing Avenue. A nearby resident says he’s been seeing suspicious activity... more »

• Valley Law Enforcement Reminds Public on Dangers of Celebratory Gunfire Play Video

  December 27, 2019 5:42 PM

  HARLINGEN – Every year people are tempted to shoot guns into the air to celebrate the end of the year. What they don't realize is doing so could hurt someone else, even their livelihood. For the Vogel family, ranching runs in the family, but the holidays pose a different... more »

• Palmview Police Searching for Person of Interest in Fatal Shooting Play Video

  December 23, 2019 8:01 PM

  PALMVIEW – Police in Palmview are searching for a person of interest connected to a fatal shooting. On Sunday at approximately 9:57 p.m, police were call out to the 100 block of South Minnesota Road on a report of a male with a gunshot wound. Upon their arrival,... more »

• Texas Rangers Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting Play Video

  December 15, 2019 6:07 PM

  BROWNSVILLE - The Texas Rangers are investigating an officer-involved shooting. We're told the shooting involved Brownsville Police. Both agencies are staying tight lipped about what happened. The Texas Rangers confirm the shooting happened overnight inside city limits. No details on the victims, if any, or where the gunfire... more »

• Teen used ‘ghost gun’ in California high school shooting

  November 21, 2019 3:35 PM

  By STEFANIEDAZIO Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — The teenager who shot five classmates, killing two, at a Southern California high school used an unregistered “ghost gun,” Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said Thursday. Villanueva told media outlets Thursday that 16-year-old Nathaniel Tennosuke Berhow’s .45... more »

• Edinburg Man Arrested After Reported Gunfire Play Video

  November 16, 2019 11:39 PM

  EDINBURG - A man was taken into custody Saturday after he allegedly shot his weapon at the ground. It happened at an apartment complex on the 1600 Block of West Schunior. He was arrested for disorderly conduct and police did take his weapon. Watch the video above... more »

• Police Identify Suspect in Deadly Shooting Play Video

  November 10, 2019 11:10 PM

  ALTON - Alton Police have identified a suspect in a shooting that left two people dead on Friday. It happened on the 900 block of West Jefferson Street. Police said they are looking for 22-year-old Oscar Velasquez. Velasquez is accused of shooting the victims... more »

• Weslaco Police Identify Victim in Crash Linked to Homicide Investigation Play Video

  November 8, 2019 5:30 PM

  WESLACO – Police identified the victim involved in a deadly crash turned murder investigation in Weslaco. Officials say before the crash 59-year-old Dr. John Dominguez was held at gunpoint in an attempted aggravated robbery, caught on surveillance camera in the area of Utah Avenue. The video released by... more »

• 3 People Shot in Mexico across Los Indios Port of Entry Play Video

  November 6, 2019 5:21 PM

  LOS INDIOS – A shooting in Tamaulipas that left two people dead ended at a Rio Grande Valley port of entry. Tamaulipas authorities are saying the shooting happened Tuesday on the Mexican side of the Los Indios International Bridge in the late afternoon. A Mexican customs employee was... more »

• 17-Year-Old Shooting Suspect Charged with Aggravated Assault in McAllen Play Video

  November 5, 2019 5:12 PM

  MCALLEN – McAllen police arrested and charged a 17-year-old with two counts of aggravated assault. Police say Jacob Edward Lopez allegedly shot two people. The incident happened at approximately 4 a.m. Sunday near the 2100 block of West Sprague Road. The victims were treated and have been... more »

• Convicted Killer Due in Court for Bond Hearing Play Video

  November 3, 2019 11:18 PM

  EDINBURG – A recently convicted killer will find out on Monday if he will be freed on bond until his sentencing. Fabian Paredes was found guilty of killing Joshua Sanchez last week. Paredes shot and killed Sanchez during a road rage incident. It happened in front of the... more »

• Raymondville ISD: Student Removed after Making Threat Involving Use of Gun

  October 21, 2019 3:45 PM

  RAYMONDVILLE – A middle school student was removed from class after making a threat involving the use of a gun. Raymondville Independent School District released a statement on its Facebook page saying a student at Myra Green Middle School made the threat Monday. Students reported the threat to... more »

• Arraignment Rescheduled for Kidnapping Suspect Play Video

  October 16, 2019 11:52 AM

  EDINBURG – The arraignment for a man accused of capital murder is rescheduled for Monday. Alfredo Huerta and two others are accused of kidnapping and shooting a man in July. A judge rescheduled because Huerta did not have the required documentation at Wednesday’s arraignment. For more information... more »

• Valley Family of El Paso Shooting Victim Files Lawsuit Against Walmart Play Video

  October 8, 2019 9:42 PM

  WESLACO – He was a Rio Grande Valley native killed in the Walmart shooting in El Paso. On Tuesday, Leo Campos’ mother filed a lawsuit, two months after the shooting attack claimed the lives of 22 people. Campos was a 1996 graduate of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo High School. ... more »

• Pre-trial Hearing Expected for Man Accused of Human Smuggling Play Video

  October 4, 2019 10:26 PM

  ALAMO – The case against an accused human smuggler is moving forward. Authorities say Nathan Tamez crashed into an Alamo home after he was shot back in June. Two people in the country illegally were allegedly in the vehicle Tamez was driving. The shooters were never found.... more »

• Edinburg Road Rage Trial Set to Begin Next Week Play Video

  October 2, 2019 4:47 PM

  EDINBURG – The trial of a man accused of killing a 27-year-old in a road rage incident is set to begin next week. Investigators say 31-year-old Fabian Paredes shot and killed Joshua David Sanchez in 2017. Police say a dispute took place near Schunior Road and Closner Blvd... more »

• 18-Year-Old Hospitalized after Shooting in Brownsville Play Video

  October 1, 2019 3:07 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – A teenager is being hospitalized after he was shot in Brownsville. Police are investigating the incident that occurred Tuesday at 12:29 p.m. on the 2800 block of Gibraltar Street. Officials say the suspect fled the scene. According to officials, the 18-year-old victim drove himself to... more »

• Man Accused of Shooting Trooper Sanchez Facing Charges Play Video

  September 2, 2019 1:46 PM

  EDINBURG - The man accused of shooting DPS Trooper Moises Sanchez remains jailed. Victor Godinez is being held on a 3 million dollar bond. He's currently facing three counts of attempted capital murder of a peace officer. The Hidalgo county District Attorney said he will upgrade one... more »

• Elsa Police Searching for Vehicle Involved in Drive-By Shooting Play Video

  August 29, 2019 12:44 PM

  ELSA – Elsa police are investigating an early morning drive-by shooting. It happened Thursday at 2:45 a.m. on the 200 block of Holy Innocents Drive. According to police, five to six rounds were shot at a home. Authorities say the residence was occupied, but no injuries have... more »

• A Life Remembered: State Trooper Moises Sanchez Play Video

  August 26, 2019 4:48 PM

  MCALLEN – A hero’s journey and the legacy left behind. State Trooper Moises Sanchez, 49, died over the weekend after a shooting back in April that left him hospitalized. “Amazing” and “hard-working” – those are the words people are using to describe Sanchez as a high school student.... more »

• Valley Faith Community Stands with Congregation of Slain Matamoros Priest Play Video

  August 23, 2019 7:21 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – A Matamoros priest was killed inside his church Thursday evening. The church is dressed in mourning after violence broke the sanctity within their walls. Communities of faith on the U. S. side of the border are similarly braced for violence, though it looks manifests differently in... more »

• Primera Man Charged with Capital Murder in Death of 57-Year-Old Play Video

  August 19, 2019 11:41 AM

  BROWNSVILLE – A million dollar bond is set for a 28-year-old man charged with capital murder. Adrian Garcia of Primera is accused in the shooting death of a 57-year-old man from Mercedes. It happened on Bass Blvd near Harlingen early Sunday morning. Cameron County Sheriff Omar Lucio... more »

• Uptick in Tamaulipas Violence Prompts Stern Warning Play Video

  August 15, 2019 11:09 PM

  MIGUEL ALEMAN, TAMAULIPAS - A shooting in broad daylight in the border city of Miguel Aleman in Mexico is prompting a stern warning from the Tamaulipas governor. There are concerns that mounting pressure could overflow into the U.S. side of the border. A video capturing a gun battle... more »

• Funeral Homes in El Paso to Provide Free Services for Shooting Victims Play Video

  August 5, 2019 4:59 PM

  EL PASO, TEXAS - Grieving families will not have to worry about funeral expenses following the tragic shooting at a Walmart in El Paso. The directors of six funeral homes in the El Paso area pledge to provide free services for those killed in the tragedy. ... more »

• Hundreds Gathered at Vigil for Victims of El Paso Shooting

  August 4, 2019 9:54 PM

  EL PASO- Hundreds of people gathered for a vigil at a park near a Walmart in El Paso. 20 people were killed and 26 others were injured when a gunman opened fire inside the shopping center Saturday afternoon. CHANNEL 5 NEWS traveled to El Paso and spoke to... more »

• PSJA Alum killed in El Paso Shooting

  August 4, 2019 8:03 PM

  PHARR- The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo independent school district confirms one of their alumni died in the shooting at a Walmart in El Paso. A statement released by the district, reads: The PSJA Family is sad to hear reports of the loss of one of our own, PSJA... more »

• Man Accused of Shooting State Trooper Pleads Not Guilty Play Video

  July 10, 2019 11:01 AM

  EDINBURG – The man accused of shooting a state trooper in April went before a judge Wednesday. Victor Alejandro Godinez was arraigned and pled not guilty to his three charges of attempted capital murder. Judge Letty Lopez set a pretrial hearing for Aug. 22. Godinez allegedly shot... more »

• Authorities Search for Suspected Vehicle Connected to Alamo Shooting Play Video

  June 28, 2019 1:13 PM

  ALAMO – Alamo police are looking for a vehicle following a shooting Thursday. They’re searching for a white GMC Envoy connected to the incident that ended when another vehicle crashed into a home. Police say the suspects exchanged gunfire near a restaurant along Expressway 83. Two vehicles... more »

• Authorities Searching for Suspects Involved in Alamo Shooting Play Video

  June 27, 2019 6:41 PM

  ALAMO – Authorities are in Alamo searching for a suspect who fled the scene of a crash on foot, as well as one of the vehicles involved. Police say suspects exchanged gunfire then a short chase ensued that ended when a vehicle crashed into a home near Tower and... more »

• Valley Law Enforcement Agencies, Cities Express Condolences for Loss of Mission Officer

  June 20, 2019 11:29 PM

  WESLACO – On Thursday night, a Mission police officer was shot and killed in the line of duty; the suspect is in custody. The shooting happened near Business 83 and Stewart Road around 8 p.m. Police say the Cpl. Jose “Speedy” Espericueta was responding to a person waving... more »

• Man Shot While Jogging along Levee Play Video

  June 20, 2019 10:15 AM

  BROWNSVILLE – Cameron County investigators say a man was fatally shot while jogging along the levee border. The victim is 57-year-old Miguel Angel Valdez Hernandez from Brownsville. Authorities say he was shot along the Rio Grande river leeve in Brownsville on Tuesday afternoon. A farmer found the... more »

• Grand Jury Indicts Man Charged for Shooting DPS Trooper Play Video

  June 18, 2019 2:57 PM

  EDINBURG – The man accused of shooting a state trooper in April has been indicted by a grand jury. Victor Alejandro Godinez was indicted on three counts of attempted capital murder, according to Hidalgo County District Attorney Ricardo Rodriguez. Godinez is charged for the attempted murder of DPS... more »

• Authorities Searching for 2 Suspects Involved in Shooting at Mission Bar Play Video

  June 11, 2019 5:01 PM

  MISSION – Hidalgo County Sheriff’s investigators are looking for two armed men; they say one opened fire inside a bar. The shooting happened Saturday at La Cantina El General near 3 Mile and Bentsen Road, north of Mission. Deputies say two men got into a fight with the... more »

• 6th Suspect Charged in Hidalgo Co. Shooting Incident, More Arrests Possible Play Video

  June 6, 2019 6:48 PM

  EDINBURG – A sixth person tied to last week’s Hidalgo County shooting was arrested Wednesday. Twenty-eight-year-old Jose Mario Cardona-Benitez was arraigned Thursday. He’s facing eight different charges including attempt to commit murder and engaging in organized criminal activity. Each of suspects received a $50,000 bond. The... more »

• 5 Suspects Arrested in Connection to Edinburg Motorist Shooting Play Video

  May 31, 2019 4:35 PM

  UPDATE (6/4): Five men are facing charges for a shooting that happened in the middle of an Edinburg road Friday. Authorities say the five suspects are behind bars. The victim told investigators he and his friends were in a truck, when another driving pulled up and started shooting.... more »

• Man Recovering after Shooting Incident in McAllen Play Video

  May 30, 2019 11:54 AM

  MCALLEN – A man is recovering after being shot Wednesday night in McAllen. It happened around 9:25 p.m. in a parking area near 12 th Street and Pecan Blvd. CHANNEL 5 NEWS is told the victim was robbed at gunpoint and then shot. He suffered non-life threatening... more »

• Attempted Home Burglary in Palmview Ends with Shooting Play Video

  May 6, 2019 5:23 PM

  PALMVIEW – A home burglary attempt by a teen ended with a shooting. It happened at a home off of Ricardo Avenue and North Shuerbach Road in Palmview; investigators even closed off one of the roads shortly after the incident. Palmview Police Lieutenant Arnold Sepulveda says police first... more »

• Trooper’s Wife Releases Message on Husband’s Condition Play Video

  May 5, 2019 7:07 PM

  WESLACO – The wife of the Department of Public Safety trooper who was shot last month released a message updating on her husband’s condition. Yvonne Sanchez says Moises Sanchez is listed in stable condition and has been showing little improvement every day. She says Moises' “vitals remain strong;”... more »

• Former Police, Veteran Charged for Shooting Repo Man Play Video

  May 2, 2019 5:51 PM

  DONNA - The shooter in the incident that involved a repossession man has been charged. Guadalupe Castillo III has been charged with two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Castillo was a former war vet and a former Pharr police lieutenant for over 20 years. ... more »

• Immigrant Shot by Mission Homeowner Charged with Criminal Trespassing Play Video

  April 23, 2019 11:34 AM

  MISSION – A 25-year-old man in the country illegally who was shot by a homeowner in Mission has now been charged. Daniel Leon-Gutierrez was shot by a 72-year-old Mission homeowner last month. Police say Leon and a group of immigrants were trying to evade Border Patrol custody when... more »

• Starr County Sheriff's Deputies Searching for Shooting Suspect, Man in Critical Condition Play Video

  April 21, 2019 1:41 PM

  STARR COUNTY- A man remains in critical condition following a shooting near Rio Grande City. It happened around 3:00 Sunday morning, in the Lito Garza subdivision, on the North side of U.S. 83. 31-year-old Gonzalo Elizondo told authorities he was shot in the left arm, hip and thigh.... more »

• Starr County Murder Suspect Taken into Custody Play Video

  April 20, 2019 11:24 PM

  UDPATE (4/21) : Starr County authorities said Ismael Mares was taken into custody at his home without incident. -- STARR COUNTY-A murder suspect remains on-the-run from authorities in Starr County. The Starr County Sheriff's Office identified Ismael Mares, AKA "Polon" as a person of interest. Around... more »

• Police Searching for Suspects Involved in Santa Rosa Shooting

  April 15, 2019 9:10 AM

  SANTA ROSA – Police are looking for the suspects involved in a shooting in Santa Rosa. Authorities were called Sunday to the 1300 block of Guerneville Road at 5:43 p.m. Upon their arrival to the scene, police were notified of two males with gunshot wounds who had arrived... more »

• DPS Confirms Extent of Trooper’s Injuries Play Video

  April 11, 2019 9:36 PM

  EDINBURG – The state trooper who was shot Saturday is still in the hospital. A Department of Public Safety spokesperson confirmed Moises Sanchez was shot both in the shoulder and in the head. This is the first confirmation from DPS about the trooper’s injuries. Lt. Johnny Hernandez... more »

• Authorities Capture San Benito Shooting Suspect Play Video

  April 11, 2019 8:38 AM

  WESLACO – Authorities have captured the man accused of shooting a woman in San Benito. Weslaco Police Chief Joel Rivera confirmed with CHANNEL 5 NEWS the arrest of Jose Luis Garcia Jr. around 8 a.m. Thursday morning. The arrest was made after a concerned citizen spotted Garcia at a... more »

• San Benito Police Searching for Man Involved in Shooting Play Video

  April 10, 2019 10:56 AM

  SAN BENITO – Police are searching for a man involved in a shooting Wednesday morning. Jose Luis Garcia Jr. is accused of shooting a woman at his residence on Jay Street. The woman was taken to a local hospital after she was injured in the shooting. Police... more »

• Community Gathers for Prayer Vigil for Injured Trooper Play Video

  April 9, 2019 10:14 PM

  EDINBURG – The community gathered for a prayer vigil for a local trooper Tuesday evening. State trooper Moises Sanchez was shot on Saturday while on duty and is still fighting to recover. "We can say that our trooper is in critical condition but he is recovering slowly, so... more »

• Duties of First Responders in Emergency Situations Play Video

  April 8, 2019 9:32 PM

  EDINBURG – Four first responders arrived in two ambulances to help save the state trooper who was shot over the weekend. KRGV’s Angelo Vargas met with the first responders who treated him and transported him to the hospital. We learned each first responder has different duties in order... more »

• Blood Drive Organized for Injured DPS Trooper

  April 8, 2019 8:31 PM

  EDINBURG – A replenished blood drive has been organized for Moises Sanchez, the Department of Public Safety trooper who was shot Saturday. The blood drive will take place at the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Wellness Center on Tuesday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The center is located... more »

• Witness of Shooting Speaks on Close Call Play Video

  April 8, 2019 6:40 PM

  EDINBURG – A witness to the shooting that injured a state trooper is speaking out on the incident. The Department of Public Safety trooper remains hospitalized following a shooting that took place over the weekend. Trooper Moises Sanchez was shot on the job late Saturday night; Victor Godinez... more »

• Troopers Hopeful Surveillance Cameras Caught Shooting Incident

  April 8, 2019 4:35 PM

  MCALLEN – Investigators are searching through the neighborhood where a state trooper was shot over the weekend. The president of the local homeowners association says they’re on the lookout for surveillance video. Officers were asking to get into residents’ backyards to search for the suspect. "It was... more »

• Prayer Vigil for DPS Trooper Scheduled for Tuesday

  April 8, 2019 12:38 PM

  EDINBURG – A prayer vigil has been organized for the Department of Public Safety state trooper, Moises Sanchez, who was shot over the weekend. It will be held at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. The community is welcome to join. Anyone... more »

• Edinburg Police Chief: Arrests Will be Made for Threats to Police Online Play Video

  April 8, 2019 11:59 AM

  EDINBURG – The Edinburg police chief says the suspect involved in the shooting of a Department of Public Safety trooper opened fire on Edinburg officers. The shooting happened Saturday night. Police Chief Cesar Torres says the suspect, Victor Godinez, was arrested after Godinez opened fire on Edinburg police... more »

• Hidalgo Co. Paramedics Answered Call to Save DPS Trooper Play Video

  April 8, 2019 8:00 AM

  EDINBURG – A Rio Grande Valley trooper with the Department of Public Safety remains hospitalized in critical but stable condition after being shot by a suspect over the weekend. The shooting happened Saturday night in the McAllen-Edinburg area. Hidalgo County Emergency Medical Services quickly transported the trooper to... more »

• Community Prays for DPS Trooper Wounded in the Line of Duty Play Video

  April 7, 2019 9:22 PM

  SAN JUAN- Thoughts for a valley state trooper shot in the line of duty, are turning into prayers at the San Juan Basilica. CHANNEL 5's Christian Von Preysing spoke to community members who said there's a higher power. Click the video above for the full story. more »

• Local Law Enforcement Reacts to Shooting of DPS Trooper Play Video

  April 7, 2019 9:18 PM

  RAYMONDVILLE- A DPS Trooper shot and injured in the line of duty remains in stable, but critical condition. The incident, has left officers at other local law enforcement agencies shaken. CHANNEL 5's Frank McCaffrey spoke to a Raymondville police officer Sunday. Click the video above for the... more »

• Suspected Shooter of DPS Trooper Has Criminal Background Play Video

  April 7, 2019 9:15 PM

  MCALLEN- CHANNEL 5 NEWS found the suspect in a shooting of a DPS Trooper has a criminal background. According to Hidalgo County records, Victor Alejandro Godinez has an open criminal case. Last September, he allegedly became involved in an accident resulting in damage to a vehicle. Records... more »

• Restaurant Owner Reacts to Shooting of DPS Trooper

  April 7, 2019 9:09 PM

  MCALLEN- The owner of a valley restaurant is speaking out following the recent shooting of a DPS Trooper. Edgar Cordon tells CHANNEL 5 NEWS the shooting prompted a lock down at his business. He said there were 300 people there at the time. Cordon said his staff... more »

• Suspect in Shooting of DPS Trooper Charged Play Video

  April 7, 2019 10:23 AM

  UPDATE (2:54 PM): The suspect, Victor Alejandro Godinez, was arraigned by Judge Terry Palacios Sunday. Godinez is charged with three counts of attempted capital murder of a peace officer. His bond was set at $3 million. Update: Suspect Victor Alejandro Godinez, 24, of Edinburg has been... more »

• Valley Man Shot, Killed near Motel in Mississippi Play Video

  April 5, 2019 9:55 PM

  WESLACO – A Rio Grande Valley man was shot and killed near a motel in Mississippi. Investigators in Jackson say someone killed Eduardo Molina, a 54-year-old resident out of Harlingen. Police are now looking for four suspects who took off in Molina’s car. Watch the video above... more »

• Man who Works for Repossession Company Speaks Out About Dangers on the Job Play Video

  March 20, 2019 5:30 PM

  WESLACO - A local man who works for a repossession company is speaking out about some of the dangers he’s encountered while doing his job. Ramiro Villareal says he works a dangerous job and always hopes the owners understand. “You go with orders to pick up a vehicle... more »

• Local Islamic Center Reacts to New Zealand Mosque Shooting Play Video

  March 15, 2019 5:24 PM

  WESLACO - A local Islamic center says they are praying for the victims of Friday’s shooting in New Zealand. “We are heartbroken, it's not just against Muslims it's against humanity,” says one person at the center. The center says they plan to help the victims’ family with a... more »

• State Dept. Monitoring Investigation of American Citizen Killed in Shooting at Port of Entry Play Video

  March 13, 2019 5:31 PM

  NEAR SAN BENITO – The state department says it is monitoring the investigation of a U.S. citizen who was killed in Mexico. A shooting took place last Thursday at the Los Indios Bridge. It claimed the life of Rocio Aledrete and injured several others. U.S. Customs and... more »

• Neighbor Reacts to Officer-Involved Shooting in Brownsville Play Video

  March 7, 2019 9:36 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Authorities say the officer-involved shooting in Brownsville case will be investigated by the Texas Rangers. The Brownsville Police Department says at around 8:00 p.m. they were called to the 100 block of Clara Bennett Drive in response to an assault. Police say a 24-year-old suspect allegedly... more »

• Shooting Leaves 1 Dead, 3 Injured on Mexican Side of Border at Intl. Bridge Play Video

  March 7, 2019 5:40 PM

  UPDATE (3/8): The U.S. citizen who died in the shooting at an international bridge has been identified. Investigators confirm the victim was Rocio Aldrete, a notary public for a transmigrante business in Los Indios. A U.S. Customs and Border Protection official says the shooting happened just far enough... more »

• Neighbors Say Human Smuggling Common in Area Where Homeowner Shot Immigrant Play Video

  March 5, 2019 11:01 PM

  MISSION – Some people who live in an area south of Mission are uneasy after a man in the country illegally was shot by a homeowner earlier Tuesday. A neighbor who saw what happened said close to 3:00 p.m., Border Patrol and a vehicle with 12 people suspected to... more »

• Man in US Illegally Injured after 72-Year-Old Homeowner Opens Fire Play Video

  March 5, 2019 5:18 PM

  UPDATE (3/12): Investigators say a property owner allegedly opened fire after spotting a 25-year-old man, who is in the U.S. illegally, trespassing onto his property. Police are now working to submit this case to the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office. A grand jury will decide if the... more »

• Border Patrol Agent Arrested Play Video

  March 3, 2019 2:55 PM

  EDINBURG - A Border Patrol agent was arrested Sunday. A U.S. Customs and Border Protection spokesperson confirmed the arrest in a statement. The agent assigned to the Rio Grande Valley sector was taken into custody followed an alleged dispute involving a firearm, according to CBP. ... more »

• Police Seeking Surveillance Footage to Aid in San Benito Murder Investigation Play Video

  February 27, 2019 5:38 PM

  SAN BENITO – Police have released more information connected to a murder investigation in San Benito. Edgar Gonzalez, 30, was shot and killed last Thursday. It happened on Buena Vida Street near the expressway and Sam Houston. Police released a photo of a white Chevrolet Tahoe they... more »

• Border Patrol Agents Unharmed after Shooting Incident in Laredo Play Video

  February 20, 2019 1:56 PM

  LAREDO – The FBI is leading an investigation into a shooting incident that took place Sunday in Laredo. According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, agents assigned to the Border Patrol Laredo Sector were fired upon by unidentified individuals from Mexico. It happened as agents were patrolling the... more »