WESLACO, Texas — A Texas lawmaker is recovering after being shot during New Year's Eve celebrations.
A local sheriff believes Texas Rep. Armando Martinez, D-Weslaco, was hit by a stray bullet in Weslaco. The incident happened at around 3 a.m. Monday.
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One neighbor says he heard gunshots during fireworks celebrations in the area.
"You do get occasional gunfire, you could tell the difference between the gunfire and fireworks last night. At one point it was so bad I sent kids inside, while I finished the party outside. I went inside as soon as I finished what I was doing," the neighbor said.
The sheriff's office says it's still investigating the incident.