The Texas Rangers are investigating after an officer-involved shooting in Harlingen killed a male suspect wanted on several felony charges, according to police.
The suspect was identified on Saturday as 43-year-old Andres Arizmendi. A previous news release said he was wanted on a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection with an assault that happened on Thursday, Dec. 25.
The shooting happened Friday afternoon at the intersection of Harrison Avenue and Business 77.
According to the Harlingen Police Department, a wanted man, now identified as Arizmendi, was spotted in the city of Combes, leading to a police chase that ended in Harlingen.
"After stopping, the suspect exited the vehicle and began firing shots at officers and deputies. Law enforcement personnel returned fire, striking the suspect multiple times," police said.
Arizmendi was pronounced dead at the scene by a justice of the peace.
No officers or bystanders were injured.
"There is no ongoing threat to the general public, and law enforcement personnel are safe," the news release stated.
The public was being asked to avoid the area, and traffic is being re-routed as the investigation continues.
Additional details were not being released, according to the Texas Rangers.
