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25-year-old Midland man critically injured in shooting near nightclub, suspect sought
By Gabriella Meza at KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- A 25-year-old Midland man is in stable but critical condition after being shot early Sunday morning near a downtown nightclub, according to the Midland Police Department. According to police, the shooting occurred around 3:12 a.m. in the 200 block of South Lee Street n...
Key takeaway in the 200 block of South Lee Street near Club Remy.
Why this matters in The Midland
The shooting near Club Remy raises concerns about public safety in downtown Midland, particularly in areas with high foot traffic at night. As the police department searches for a suspect, residents are left to wonder about the circumstances surrounding the incident and what measures can be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. The fact that the shooting occurred on a Sunday morning, a time when nightlife activity typically begins to wind down, suggests that violence can erupt at any moment. This incident may prompt city officials to reexamine security protocols in the downtown area, including the presence of law enforcement and surveillance cameras. The community will be watching closely as the investigation unfolds, seeking answers about what happened and what can be done to make downtown Midland a safer place for everyone.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- A 25-year-old Midland man is in stable but critical condition after being shot early Sunday morning near a downtown nightclub, according to the Midland Police Department. According to police, the shooting occurred around 3:12 a.m. in the 200 block of South Lee Street n...
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