1 injured in Alton, authorities cite ‘deadly conduct’

ALTON, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A man is hospitalized due to “deadly conduct” in Alton, authorities say.

At 5:20 p.m. Sunday, Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of deadly conduct in the 1300 block of Kansas Street in Alton.

When they arrived to the scene they found a Hispanic man with non-life-threatening injuries to his leg.

Authorities also found a vehicle with multiple bullet holes.

Two men who are suspects in the case have been detained for questioning in connection with the incident.

The injured man was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.

Authorities say the information provided is preliminary and encourage anyone with more information to contact the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office at (956) 383-8114. For those who wish to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted via the Hidalgo County Crime Stoppers Hotline at 956-668-TIPS (8477) or through the “P3 TIPS” smartphone application.