Authorities in Hidalgo County are continuing to investigate a deadly shooting that occurred Saturday evening in a rural area near Edinburg.
According to the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the 10500 block of State Highway 107 around 7:51 p.m. after receiving reports of gunfire in the area. Investigators say the incident appears to have stemmed from a dispute between neighbors.
When deputies arrived at the scene, they found several individuals suffering from gunshot injuries. Authorities said first responders immediately began providing life-saving assistance while securing the area.
Officials confirmed that three individuals were pronounced dead at the scene. They were identified as 41-year-old Valente Trevino, 36-year-old Eliazar Gabriel Martinez, and 33-year-old Jacklyn Marie Ortiz.
Three additional victims were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Authorities later reported that one of those individuals, 34-year-old Juan Luis Guzman, died from his injuries at the hospital.
Two others involved in the incident, identified as 35-year-old Marco Antonio Quintero and 25-year-old Datrell Dezman Fleming, remain hospitalized in critical condition, according to officials.
Investigators say multiple pieces of evidence were recovered at the scene, including firearms and related items. Law enforcement personnel are continuing to review evidence and gather information as part of the ongoing investigation.
The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office has not yet released additional details about what led to the dispute or whether any arrests have been made.
Officials say incidents like this can deeply affect families and communities, particularly when conflicts escalate unexpectedly. As investigators continue working to determine exactly what happened, many residents are reflecting on an important question: what steps can communities take to resolve disputes peacefully and prevent violence before it begins?
