DALLAS, Texas — Methodist Hospital police shot and arrested a suspected gunman accused of killing two staff, officers confirmed on Saturday.
Dallas police reported to ABC affiliate WFAA that the suspect, recognized as 30-year-old Nestor Hernandez, has been charged with capital homicide.
At about 11:15 a.m., officers responded to a capturing within the 1400 block of N. Beckley Avenue at Methodist Hospital.
Upon arrival, officers discovered two hospital staff, together with one nurse, within the labor and supply space, had been shot, in accordance with police.
The hospital confirmed to WFAA that each staff died from their wounds.
In keeping with the hospital’s assertion, Hernandez was shot by a hospital police officer and brought to a different hospital the place he was detained.
In keeping with Dallas police, Hernandez was out on parole for aggravated theft and was sporting an energetic ankle monitor on the time of the capturing.
Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia mentioned in a tweet that he was “outraged” on the “lack of accountability” within the justice system.
“The truth that beneath this damaged system, we give violent criminals extra possibilities than our victims. The pendulum has swung too far,” Garcia mentioned.
“The Methodist Well being System Household is heartbroken on the lack of two of our beloved crew members,” Methodist Well being System Govt management mentioned in an announcement. “Our whole group is grieving this unimaginable tragedy. Throughout this devastating time, we need to guarantee our sufferers and staff that Methodist Dallas Medical Middle is secure and there’s no ongoing risk. Our prayers are with our misplaced co-workers and their households, in addition to our whole Methodist household. We recognize the neighborhood’s assist throughout this troublesome time.”
An investigation is presently underway. The murder unit of the Dallas Police Division and the Particular Investigations Unit is on the scene to help.
Police haven’t launched any data right now regarding any motive which may have led to the capturing.
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