1 dead, 4 injured after disturbance leads to gunfire at Pearland-area market on Sunday, police say

PEARLAND, Texas (KTRK) -- Five people, including two children, were shot at a Pearland-area flea market on Sunday evening, according to police.

The shooting happened at Cole's Flea Market in the 10000 block of North Main in Brazoria County shortly after 5:30 p.m.

Authorities said officers were dispatched to the area in regards to a report of a shooting in the area. Upon arrival, officers said five victims were discovered with gunshot wounds.

In an update, Pearland police confirmed one of the children shot died from their injuries.

All were transported to nearby hospitals. It was not made known of their conditions by officials.

In an evening press conference, Officer Chad Rogers with the Pearland Police Department said the shooting happened due to an argument between 2 people who were unfamiliar with each other.

Police said the two people, armed with firearms, exchanged gunfire inside the market.

An eyewitness spoke to ABC13 and said they heard what sounded like "blasts in the distance."

There is no one in custody at this time, officials said.

Police said it didn't appear that the flea market was targeted.

Currently, Highway 35 is closed at Knapp Road to Beltway 8 as the scene is still active. Police are urging all to avoid the area.

Police ask anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact the tipline at 281-997-5828.

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