A man was shot twice Wednesday evening near the intersection of FM 185 and Highway 6 outside Waco, and a suspect was taken into custody shortly afterward, authorities said.
Incident and response
The McLennan County Sheriff’s Office reported the shooting occurred at about 6 p.m.. Deputies said the exchange followed what investigators believe may have been a road-rage confrontation between two drivers near a convenience store at the intersection.
Emergency crews transported the victim to a local hospital. Law enforcement said the man had been struck twice and was last reported in stable condition. A suspect was arrested in the aftermath, according to the sheriff’s office. Authorities have not released the name of the victim or the arrested person, nor have they detailed any formal charges.
What officials and residents should know
Sheriff’s deputies handled the initial investigation on scene. Beyond confirming the victim’s transport to a hospital and the subsequent custody of a suspect, the office provided few additional details. The sheriff’s office characterized the event as a developing story.
- Where: FM 185 and Highway 6, near a convenience store outside Waco
- When: About 6 p.m. Wednesday
- Victim: Shot twice; hospitalized and reported stable
- Suspect: Taken into custody by McLennan County deputies
Local stakes and context
Incidents of gunfire and roadway confrontations carry immediate public-safety implications for McLennan County. Highway 6 and FM 185 are important corridors for commuters and commercial traffic moving around Waco, and violence at such intersections can increase community concern and strain investigative resources.
Officials have not yet detailed whether the shooting will result in state or federal charges, or whether additional arrests are anticipated. The sheriff’s office asked anyone with information or video of the incident to contact deputies to assist the ongoing probe.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time | About 6 p.m., Wednesday |
| Location | FM 185 & Highway 6 (near convenience store), Waco area |
| Victim status | Shot twice; transported to hospital; stable |
| Suspect | Arrested by McLennan County deputies |
The sheriff’s office has not released further information. News Block will update this report as the investigation unfolds and more official details become available.
