A fatal shooting occurred in Cleveland, Texas, leaving five people dead and the suspect on the loose (USA Today). The town, located north of Houston, is currently on high alert as authorities search for the 38-year-old suspect believed to be responsible for the killings (Reuters).
The incident took place overnight after neighbors reportedly asked the suspect to stop shooting a semiautomatic rifle in his yard as it was keeping a baby awake (CNN). According to the San Jacinto County Sheriff, the suspect allegedly responded by opening fire on the victims, which included an 8-year-old child (ABC News).
The suspect, who has been identified as Mexican national Francisco Oropeza, is reported to have used an AR-15 style rifle in the attack (The Guardian). As the manhunt continues, authorities are considering Oropeza armed and dangerous, urging residents to be vigilant and report any sightings immediately (Fox News).
Five victims were found dead at the scene, including an eight-year-old boy (NPR). The killings have been described as “execution-style” by police, highlighting the brutal nature of the crime (AP News). San Jacinto County Sheriff has stated that Oropeza could be anywhere, urging the public to remain cautious (NBC News).
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to capture the suspect and determine a motive for the horrific attack (MSNBC News).
