Seven people were shot at an adult birthday party in rural Edinburg late Saturday night, according to the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. Deputies responding to a 911 call about a man and woman with gunshot wounds instead found seven victims wounded near Farm-to-Market Road 2812 and Sunflower Road, an area southwest of Monte Alto and just north of La Blanca.
According to MyRGV.com, the shooting happened at about 11:45 p.m. Saturday during an adult birthday party at the location. Deputies first responded after a caller reported a man and woman had been shot, but the sheriff's office then received additional calls reporting shots fired in the area, which is how the full scope of the shooting came to light.
Once on scene, deputies located seven victims with gunshot wounds, ValleyCentral reports. Paramedics transported all seven to a local hospital for treatment, and officials said none of the injuries were life-threatening.
Investigation Remains Active
The case remains under investigation, and the sheriff's office said it will release additional information once it becomes available. Telemundo 40 likewise confirms that the investigation is still active, per the station's report, as deputies continue working to determine what led to the shooting at the gathering.
No suspect description, weapon information, or motive has been released in connection with the shooting, and the exact circumstances that led to gunfire breaking out at the party have not been detailed by authorities.
How To Report Information
Officials are asking anyone with information to come forward. Witnesses can contact the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office at (956) 383-8114, or reach Crime Stoppers anonymously at (956) 668-8477. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the P3 Tips cell phone app.
