Man shot dead after firing at Texas Border Patrol station while armed with a rifle.
In a violent incident early Monday morning, three law enforcement officers were injured when a man opened fire on a Border Patrol station in McAllen, Texas. The suspect, identified as 27-year-old Ryan Louis Mosqueda, was subsequently killed by responding officers. The attack occurred shortly before 6 a.m., as McAllen Police Chief Victor Rodriguez detailed in a press conference.
The barrage of gunfire targeted the Border Patrol facility, with the police chief stating that numerous rounds were discharged by the assailant, although he could not confirm the exact number of bullets fired. Among the injured officers was Ismael Garcia, a decade-long veteran of the McAllen Police Department. Garcia sustained a knee injury but is expected to recover.
Authorities noted that Mosqueda had ties to Michigan, as indicated by his vehicle bearing Michigan license plates. Upon investigation, law enforcement discovered an array of ammunition and additional firearms within the car, though no explosives were found in the vicinity following the incident.
Additional details revealed that Mosqueda was reported missing just a few hours before the attack. His last known residence was linked to an address in Weslaco, Texas, a locality situated nearby McAllen. Moreover, the words “Cordis Die” were found spray-painted on the side of his vehicle. This Latin phrase translates to “on the day of the heart” and is also recognized as the name of a fictional enemy faction from the popular video game “Call of Duty: Black Ops II,” which was released in 2012.
As investigations continue, the community grapples with the shock of this violent encounter at a federal facility. The shooting highlights ongoing concerns over security and safety in the region, particularly in areas heavily affected by immigration enforcement and border security challenges. The circumstances surrounding Mosqueda’s actions, including his motivations and background, remain under scrutiny by law enforcement officials as they seek to piece together the events leading up to this alarming incident.
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