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Man shot after hearing argument near Midland club, police say
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Gabriella Meza , as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points A 20-year-old man was shot while walking toward a club. Further details about the incident are available from local news sources, including KMID ABC Big 2.
A shooting incident occurred in downtown Midland early Sunday morning. A 20-year-old man was shot while walking toward a club. The man sustained an injury to his left buttock.
Midland police have launched an investigation into the shooting. The incident is reported to have happened after the man heard an argument near the club.
Further details about the incident are available from local news sources, including KMID ABC Big 2. The police investigation is ongoing, and more information may be released as it becomes available.
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Category: safety Published: August 17, 2026 Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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