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La Marque police seek shooter after woman is wounded three times
Summary by The Galveston Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by By DAVID MERCADO The Daily News , Galveston County Daily News
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
Officers responded to a reported shooting about 4:25 a.m. Friday at a residence in the 200 block of Franlee Street, where they found a woman with three gunshot wounds, police said. The department declined to identify the woman.
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Key takeaway Friday at a residence in the 200 block of Franlee Street, where they found a woman with three gunshot wounds, police said.
Why this matters in The Galveston
The shooting on Franlee Street raises concerns about public safety in La Marque, a community that is part of the larger Galveston County. Given the city's location within the Houston metro area, residents are already accustomed to being vigilant about hurricane and flooding risks. However, gun violence poses a distinct threat, one that can strike at any time and in any neighborhood. As the La Marque police investigate this incident, residents will be watching to see how the department responds to and prevents similar crimes in the future. The fact that the shooting occurred at a residence suggests that the victim may have known her attacker, which could have implications for how law enforcement approaches the case. The Galveston Independent School District, which serves La Marque, may also need to consider the potential impact on students and families in the area.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: Galveston County Daily News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Officers responded to a reported shooting about 4:25 a.m. Friday at a residence in the 200 block of Franlee Street, where they found a woman with three gunshot wounds, police said. The department declined to identify the woman.
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