One dead and 10 injured in active shooter situation in Midland, Texas: Mayor

Published June 12, 2026 12:23pm ET | Updated June 12, 2026 1:17pm ET



A suspect is confirmed to be dead by city government officials after a shooting that left at least one person dead and 1 injured on Friday in Midland, Texas, officials said.

Shots were heard coming from a building near West Wall Street, according to authorities. There was only one known suspect involved, and the motivations behind the shooting are unknown. The situation is resolved, with the scene still active and the investigation ongoing, according to Midland Mayor Lori Blong.

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