Developing: Man Injured in Late-Night Littlefield Shooting
LITTLEFIELD, TX – A man was injured in a shooting late Wednesday night in Littlefield, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities.
According to the Littlefield Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire around 10:45 p.m. in the area near East 14th Street and Phelps Avenue. Upon arrival, they discovered a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. Emergency medical personnel quickly transported the man to a nearby hospital. His condition has not yet been publicly released.
Witnesses in the area reported hearing multiple gunshots before seeing a vehicle speed away from the scene. Police have not released information on any suspects at this time, but they are urging anyone with information to come forward.
“We are actively investigating all leads,” said a spokesperson for the Littlefield Police Department. “We’re asking residents in the area to check their surveillance footage and contact us if they saw or heard anything unusual.”
This marks the latest in a string of recent violent incidents in the region, though officials have not confirmed if the shooting is connected to any other cases.
Residents expressed concern over the growing number of violent crimes, with some calling for increased patrols and stronger community engagement to prevent further incidents.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are expected to release more details as they become available. Anyone with information is encouraged to call Littlefield PD or submit anonymous tips through the department’s crime hotline.
Stay with us for updates as this story develops.