Crime
Man injured after shooting at Southside Park in Simpsonville
Greenville County, S.C. — The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office has launched an investigation following a shooting that left one male victim injured.
Deputies were dispatched to the area of 417 Baldwin Road, near Southside Park, after receiving multiple reports of gunfire around 4:46 p.m. on Monday.
Shortly after the initial reports, authorities were informed that a male victim had arrived at Hillcrest Hospital suffering from at least one gunshot wound.
The victim’s condition has not been disclosed at this time.
No arrests have been made, and no suspects are currently in custody.
The investigation remains in its early stages as deputies continue to gather evidence and interview potential witnesses.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact Crime Stoppers of Greenville at 23-CRIME (864-232-7463). Callers may remain anonymous.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Crime
24-Year-Old Jose Alfredo Soto Navarrete Jr Dies in Fatal Jeep Incident in Midland, Christian Rojelio Zubia Arrested
MIDLAND, Texas — Jose Alfredo Soto Navarrete Jr., a 24-year-old man from Odessa, died after an incident involving a Jeep Wrangler in Midland on Thursday night, October 8, 2026. The driver, a 30-year-old Odessa man, was later arrested and charged with manslaughter, according to the Midland Police Department.
Police said officers responded at approximately 10:46 p.m. Thursday to a reported crash involving a 2018 Jeep Wrangler and a pedestrian in the 1700 block of Rankin Highway.
During the preliminary investigation, witnesses told authorities that Soto Navarrete had jumped onto the hood of a black Jeep Wrangler. Investigators allege that the driver accelerated while turning southbound, causing Soto Navarrete to fall from the vehicle and sustain fatal injuries.
Authorities identified the driver as Christian Rojelio Zubia, 30, of Odessa.
According to police, Zubia left the scene after the incident. Officers later located him with assistance from the Odessa Police Department.
Zubia was arrested and charged with manslaughter in connection with Soto Navarrete’s death. The charge is an allegation, and the case will proceed through the legal system.
The Midland Police Department is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident, including the events leading up to Soto Navarrete’s fall from the Jeep.
Authorities have not released further details about what prompted the encounter or whether additional charges may be considered.
Police confirmed that Soto Navarrete’s next of kin has been notified of his death.
Soto Navarrete’s death has left his family and loved ones grieving. His passing serves as a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly a dangerous incident can result in a fatal outcome.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional information may be released as authorities continue reviewing the case.