On Monday night, a tragic incident unfolded at a USPS processing facility in Missouri City, Texas, resulting in the death of a worker. According to local police and USPS officials, the incident occurred around 10 p.m. at the facility located at 611 Highway 90 Alt.
Authorities responded to reports of a shooting at the facility, where they discovered one worker who had been fatally shot. Another employee was taken into custody in connection with the incident. The identities of the victim and the suspect have not been disclosed at this time.
Following the shooting, the facility was evacuated, and a significant police presence was observed at the scene. The exact details of how the incident transpired and the specific location within the building where it occurred remain unclear.
Mail processing operations at the facility have been suspended as an investigation into the shooting is underway. The facility, situated approximately 14 miles southwest of Houston, is currently closed to allow authorities to conduct their inquiries.
Dana Carter, an inspector with the Houston Division of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, addressed the media outside the facility late Monday, confirming the tragic event. Carter assured the public that the individual believed to be responsible for the shooting is in custody, emphasizing that there is no ongoing threat to the community.
He stated, 'I can confirm that there was one individual involved. That individual is in custody and the community is safe. At this time, there is one victim. That person is deceased, and again, this is an active investigation. We are going to continue to work through that process as we get ready to notify next of kin.'
Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, and efforts are being made to notify the victim's next of kin. The incident has been described as isolated, with no indication of any broader threat to public safety.
