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NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 10, 2026Hillsborough

Midland Police arrest Gustavo Manríquez for fatal shooting at El Mexicano bar

Midland police have arrested 63-year-old Gustavo Manríquez for the fatal shooting of a 50-year-old man outside the El Mexicano bar. The incident occurred at midnight on August 9, and the case is currently being investigated as a homicide.

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Why It Matters

A fatal shooting occurred at a local business, resulting in the death of one resident and the arrest of a suspect who is now in at the Midland County Detention Center.

Key Facts

  • A 50-year-old man died from a gunshot wound to the torso.
  • The incident occurred at 12:00 a.m. on August 9.
  • The shooting took place in the 2200 block of Garden City Highway.
  • Gustavo Manríquez, 63, is the suspect in custody.
  • Witnesses reported the suspect was intoxicated inside El Mexicano bar before the shooting.
  • The suspect allegedly pointed a small pistol at the victim and fired once.
  • The suspect allegedly threatened two other witnesses before fleeing on foot.
  • The victim died at Midland Memorial Hospital.
  • The case is officially classified as a homicide.
  • The investigation remains open.

Who's Mentioned

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