A Commerce home invasion call turned into a burst of gunfire last Friday, with a man later found wounded and a suspect now facing four felony charges. The investigation ended with Michael L. Winton booked into the Hunt County Jail today, with no bond set.
According to a report by Herald-Banner, Commerce police officers were sent to the 1100 block of Elm Street after reports of a robbery, burglary and shooting. Investigators later obtained arrest warrants for Winton, who was booked on charges tied to the confrontation.
Police allege Winton entered a Commerce residence, held the occupants at gunpoint and demanded items. The occupants fled on foot, and Winton allegedly fired at them before they returned fire.
Wounded Man Found Nearby As Investigation Expands
Officers later located a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds in the 1000 block of Cedar Street. He was transported for medical attention, while Commerce Fire and EMS assisted at the scene.
The Commerce Police Department and Texas Rangers investigated the incident, and authorities have not publicly released additional details about the injured man’s condition or explained the relationship, if any, between the people involved. The Herald-Banner reported that investigators identified Winton during the ongoing investigation.
Charges Include Burglary, Aggravated Assault And Gun Possession
Winton was charged with burglary of a habitation with intent to commit a felony, two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon. The charges are allegations, and a court has not determined his guilt.
Texas law defines burglary of a habitation as entering a home without consent with intent to commit a felony, theft or assault, according to Section 30.02 of the Texas Penal Code. Aggravated assault can involve using or exhibiting a deadly weapon under Section 22.02, while Section 46.04 restricts firearm possession by people with felony convictions under specified circumstances.
The investigation remains active. Any additional court action, bond decision or information about the shooting victim could clarify what led to the confrontation and how prosecutors intend to proceed.
