Crime
1 dead, 6 injured after shooting at Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino in Eagle Pass
EAGLE PASS, Texas — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred just after midnight Sunday at the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino in Eagle Pass.
A confidential law enforcement source confirmed that one person was pronounced dead and six others were injured as of 12:45 a.m.
At least three victims in critical condition were expected to be airlifted to a San Antonio hospital for advanced treatment.
Preliminary reports indicate the incident may have been a drive-by shooting.
Witnesses told investigators that the shots were fired from a black Nissan pickup truck, which sped away immediately after the gunfire erupted in the casino’s parking lot.
A possible suspect description was circulated to law enforcement: a man wearing a black hat, jeans, and a camouflage shirt.
Authorities have not confirmed whether the shooter is still at large.
Local police, Tribal Police, and federal agencies—including the FBI—responded quickly to the scene.
Images posted on social media shortly after midnight showed a heavy law enforcement presence in and around the casino complex.
The Eagle Pass Police Department confirmed at 12:45 a.m. that it was assisting Tribal Police with what it described as an “active investigation”, urging the public to avoid the area until the situation was under control.
Maverick County Judge Ramsey English Cantu confirmed the preliminary casualty figures, citing updates he received directly from the sheriff’s office.
Eagle Pass Mayor Aaron Valdez released a statement on Facebook, saying he was “deeply saddened by the tragic events” and expressing condolences to the victims and their families.
“I want to assure the people of Eagle Pass that our city is in close coordination with Tribal Police, EPPD, and other law enforcement agencies to support their investigation, maintain security, and ensure those responsible are found and brought to justice,” Valdez wrote.
The FBI and local authorities are actively searching the Eagle Pass area, including nearby motels and restaurants, for any trace of the suspects.
The motive for the shooting remains unclear, and it is not yet known what led to the gunfire outside the casino.
Officials emphasized that the investigation is in its early stages and that additional updates will be released as more information becomes available.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Eagle Pass Police Department or Tribal Police immediately.
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Kan. — A 23-year-old man from Riverton has died following a shooting at a rural property in Cherokee County, Kansas, and his 19-year-old brother has been booked into jail on a second-degree murder allegation, according to information released by authorities.
The victim was identified as Gannon Reece, 23, of Riverton, Kansas. The suspect was identified as Joshua Wilson, 19, also of Riverton, who is the victim’s brother.
According to the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, Wilson was booked into the Cherokee County Jail on suspicion of second-degree murder. Formal charges are expected to be submitted to the Cherokee County Attorney’s Office.
Authorities said the Cherokee County Emergency Communication Center received a 911 call on October 23, 2026, reporting that a person had been shot at 4971 SE 67th, in a rural area of Cherokee County.
Deputies were dispatched to the location to investigate the reported shooting.
When deputies arrived, they found a man suffering from gunshot wounds. Cherokee County Emergency Medical Services personnel examined the victim and determined that he had died.
The suspect, who authorities later identified as Joshua Wilson, was still at the scene when deputies arrived. Officers immediately detained him as the investigation began.
Authorities subsequently identified the deceased man as Gannon Reece and confirmed that Wilson was his younger brother.
Wilson was booked into the Cherokee County Jail in connection with Reece’s death on suspicion of second-degree murder.
According to the information provided by authorities, formal charges will be submitted to the Cherokee County Attorney’s Office. The available information does not specify whether prosecutors have formally filed the charges in court or whether Wilson has appeared before a judge.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to establish the circumstances that led to the shooting.
No details have been released about what preceded the incident, whether an argument occurred, or what may have motivated the shooting. Authorities have not provided information about a possible firearm recovery or any other evidence beyond the initial circumstances described in the report.
The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation with assistance from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation and the Cherokee County Attorney’s Office.
Investigators are working to determine the full circumstances surrounding Reece’s death and gather evidence relevant to the case.
Authorities have stated that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Officials also announced a temporary road closure affecting SE Lostine between Highway 69A and SE 60th.
Motorists were advised to use alternate routes until further notice while the closure remained in effect. The information provided did not specify when the roadway would reopen.
Drivers traveling through the area were encouraged to follow local traffic instructions and allow additional time for their journeys.
The fatal shooting has resulted in the death of a young Riverton resident and the arrest of his 19-year-old brother.
While authorities have identified both men and disclosed the booking allegation, several details remain unknown, including the events leading up to the shooting and the formal status of the prosecution.
The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, Kansas Bureau of Investigation, and Cherokee County Attorney’s Office are continuing to investigate.
Joshua Wilson is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.