15-year-old shot and killed in Hondo, 16-year-old suspect in custody

HONDO, Texas — A 15-year-old is dead and a 16-year-old from Uvalde is being held in connection with a shooting Monday night in Hondo.

Police said the shooting happened around 9:30 p.m. near the intersection of 14th Street and Avenue Q

When officers arrived, they found the 15-year-old suffering from a gunshot wound. They tried to save the teenager’s life until paramedics arrived.

The teen was rushed to a nearby hospital but later died.

After speaking with witnesses, investigators identified a 16-year-old from Uvalde as a suspect and took the teen into custody.

Police also searched a location and recovered a gun they believe was used in the shooting.

The 16-year-old is being held at the Atascosa County Juvenile Detention Center in connection with a murder allegation.

Police have not released either teenager’s identity or said what led to the shooting.