Shooter Dead After Attack on Border Patrol Facility in McAllen, Texas

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Shooter Dead After Attack on Border Patrol Facility in McAllen, Texas

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Shooter Dead After Attack on Border Patrol Facility in McAllen, Texas

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A shooter was killed following an attack on a Border Patrol facility in McAllen, Texas.
One police officer was injured during the exchange of gunfire.
The shooting caused flight delays at a nearby airport.

A 27-year-old shooter, identified as Ryan Louis Mosqueda, was killed after opening fire at the U.S. Border Patrol facility in McAllen, Texas. Mosqueda was armed with an assault rifle and tactical gear, prompting a swift response from Border Patrol agents and local police, who "neutralized" him shortly after the attack began, according to abcnews and cbsnews.

McAllen Police Chief Victor Rodriguez confirmed that Mosqueda fired multiple rounds at the facility prior to being shot. One officer sustained an injury, which authorities are investigating to determine if it was caused by a bullet or shrapnel. The police later discovered additional firearms and ammunition in Mosqueda's vehicle, according to latimes and scmp.

The incident, which unfolded near McAllen International Airport, caused temporary flight delays as police secured the area. City officials later confirmed that operations at the airport resumed after the situation was stabilized. "We appreciate the community’s patience as we prioritized safety during the closure," stated McAllen City Manager Isaac Tawil, as reported by newsweek and thehill.