One person was killed and 10 others were injured in a mass shooting in Midland, Texas, on Friday morning, with the suspected gunman also dead following a standoff with police, authorities announced.

Law enforcement responded to an active shooter report around 8 a.m. local time on June 12, 2026. The suspect, identified as Victor Mata Villarreal, allegedly fired at bystanders and officers upon their arrival, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS).

Following the initial confrontation, Villarreal, 45, barricaded himself inside an abandoned veterinary clinic. After an hours-long standoff, authorities found the Odessa resident dead inside the building around 12:30 p.m. local time. Nine victims were transported to Midland Memorial Hospital, where four underwent surgery and five were admitted in stable condition. The five in stable condition have since been discharged. The identities of the victims have not been released. No law enforcement officers sustained injuries.

The incident has significant implications for community safety and ongoing discussions about gun violence. The motive behind the shooting is under investigation, but Villarreal had a prior encounter with law enforcement that preceded Friday's events.

According to DPS, Villarreal had been sought for attempted capital murder of an officer after allegedly firing multiple shots at police during a car chase on Wednesday. He reportedly fled that scene and went into hiding before officers attempted to apprehend him on Friday, leading to the mass shooting.

Midland Mayor Lori Blong addressed the tragedy at a news conference, urging the community to "pray for the families of those who have been impacted, for the victims themselves, for the family of the one who is confirmed deceased." The mayor's statement highlighted the profound grief and shock felt by the city.

The Texas Department of Public Safety has taken the lead in the investigation. Authorities are working to piece together the timeline of events and to understand the full scope of Villarreal's actions. The investigation will likely include a review of the circumstances surrounding both the Wednesday car chase and Friday's shooting.

Further details are expected as the investigation progresses. The incident underscores the persistent challenges law enforcement faces in addressing active shooter situations and the impact of gun violence on communities. The DPS confirmed no officers were harmed during the incident.