GARLAND, Texas — A 17-year-old has been arrested after a shooting involving multiple teenagers left two people injured Thursday afternoon, according to Garland police.
Officers responded just before 3 p.m. April 30 to a report of a shooting at a park near the 1300 block of West Avenue F. When they arrived, they located two individuals believed to be involved, including one suffering from a gunshot wound. That victim was transported to a hospital and remains in critical condition.
While officers were still at the scene, a second 911 call came in from the area of Garland Avenue and Lourock Drive, where a caller reported his friend had been shot. Officers located a second victim, who was also taken to a hospital.
Preliminary information indicates four individuals were at the park when an interaction escalated and gunfire broke out, striking two of them. Police said all individuals involved are teenagers between the ages of 15 and 17.
One of the individuals involved, identified as 17-year-old Edwin Vega, has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. He is being held at the Garland Detention Center.
Investigators believe the incident was isolated and said there is no ongoing threat to the public. Garland police are also coordinating with the Garland Independent School District as the investigation continues.
