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Irving, Texas – Authorities are on the lookout for a homicide suspect after two people were fatally shot at a Chick-fil-A restaurant on Wednesday afternoon. The Irving Police Department has identified Bernardo Mendoza Argueta, 37, as the suspect in the shooting that occurred in the 5300 block of North MacArthur Blvd in Irving, Texas.
Police were alerted to the shooting at approximately 3:50 p.m., according to an Irving Police Department spokesperson. “When officers arrived on the scene, they found two individuals with gunshot wounds,” the spokesperson said. “Both individuals were pronounced deceased at the scene by Irving Fire medics.” The suspect had fled the scene before the officers arrived.
Authorities have not officially confirmed the shooting location as the Chick-fil-A out of respect for the business, but multiple reports, including one from FOX 4 Dallas, have identified it as the site of the incident.
Police believe the shooting was a targeted act and not a random occurrence. “We do believe this was a targeted incident and that this was not a random act of violence,” the spokesperson stated.
Residents are being asked to stay vigilant and look out for a silver 1997 Honda vehicle with Texas license plate GVH6205. Police warn that Argueta may still be armed and dangerous. Anyone who sees the suspect or the vehicle is urged to contact 911 immediately.
The Irving Police Department advises residents to avoid the area surrounding the crime scene as the investigation continues.
