MCKINNEY, Texas — Police in McKinney are investigating a fatal shooting that left a 19-year-old man dead after officers responded to reports of gunfire at an apartment complex Friday night. Detectives are now seeking information from the public as they work to identify those responsible and determine what led to the deadly incident.
According to the McKinney Police Department, officers were dispatched to the Larkin Apartments on West White Street at approximately 8:30 p.m. on June 19 following reports of shots fired in the complex’s parking area. Upon arrival, officers located a young man suffering from a gunshot wound inside a vehicle.
Authorities identified the victim as Jose Herberto Martin, 19, who had sustained a gunshot wound to the neck. Emergency medical personnel transported Martin to a nearby hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators have not yet announced any arrests in connection with the shooting. Police have also not publicly disclosed a motive or indicated whether the victim was specifically targeted. Detectives continue to collect evidence, review potential surveillance footage, and interview witnesses as part of the ongoing investigation.
The fatal shooting has drawn concern from residents in the area as law enforcement works to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. Officers remained active at the apartment complex following the shooting while investigators processed the scene and gathered information.
The McKinney Police Department is urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact investigators through the department’s tip line. Officials say even small details could prove critical in helping detectives identify suspects and reconstruct the events leading up to the shooting.
As the investigation continues, authorities have not indicated that there is an ongoing threat to the broader community. Additional details are expected to be released as detectives advance their inquiry and follow up on leads.
