Texas shooting leaves one dead, 11 injured before suspect killed by police

A lone gunman opened fire in a Midland, Texas, building on Friday, June 12, 2026, killing one person and injuring 11 others before police fatally shot him. The suspect had barricaded himself inside the building, leading to a confrontation with police and a tactical team.

Midland Mayor Lori Blong confirmed the suspect was dead, stating, "The active shooter incident has been resolved and the suspect is confirmed deceased." The city of Midland advised that the scene remained active and had not yet been cleared.

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The active shooter incident has been resolved and the suspect is confirmed deceased.

Police responded to reports of gunfire around 8:00 AM. Midland Police Chief Greg Snow reported that officers heard shots fired from within the building and moved quickly to secure and evacuate the area. The 11 injured victims were transported to a nearby health center, while one person died at the scene.

This tragic event marks the 182nd mass shooting in the U.S. this year, according to the Gun Violence Archive. The organization defines mass shootings as incidents with four or more victims, excluding the attacker. The rising concern over such incidents prompts communities to explore preventative measures like gun safety education, community programs, and enhanced police response.

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the officers heard shots fired from a building and worked quickly to secure and evacuate the area.