5 People Killed and 21 Injured in Midland-Odessa Metroplex by possibly 2 Gunmen

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Odessa, Texas Police Chief Michael Gerke announced that at least five people were killed and another 21 injured by gunfire in the Midland-Odessa Metroplex on Saturday, August 31, 2019 by one gunman. Some reported possibly two gunmen, but Police Chief Gerke reported that it was one gunman and that there is no longer an active shooter situation in the metroplex.

Chief Gerke reported at least three law enforcement officers are among those shot.

Odessa and Midland Police Departments, Texas DPS Troopers, and other state and federal law enforcement agencies responded to the active shooter report and provided support to control the situation.

Midland-Odessa metroplex residents are being advised to stay indoors and lock their homes and avoid traveling on any highways.

The tragic West Texas shooting is under investigation by local, state, and federal authorities.

The Midland-Odessa metroplex is home to the booming Permian Basin oil and gas field in West Texas where many people depend on the energy industry for a living.