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Second suspect in Temple shooting turns himself in, both in police custody

Justin Hix, Ricardo Salazar
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The Temple Police Department said on Saturday that 24-year-old suspect Ricardo Salazar has been arrested and taken into custody.

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According to police, 18-year-old suspect Justin Hix has turned himself in to the Temple Police Department and has been taken into custody.

25 News will continue to provide updates to this story as they become available.

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Temple police have identified the two suspects involved in Thursday night's shooting as 18-year-old Justin Hix and 24-year-old Ricardo Salazar.

According to police, a warrant has been issued for Justin Hix for the murder of Jesse Mattos, and a warrant has also been issued for Ricardo Salazar for aggravated assault.

"At this time, both suspects are still at large and are considered armed and dangerous," police said.

The Temple Police Department says that if you see either suspect, to not make contact and call 911.

Early Friday morning, 25 News requested information from the Temple Police Department regarding the identities of the suspects and if they were a threat to the public.

The department did not give us their identities or inform that they were armed and dangerous until 5:12 p.m. on Friday.

25 News will continue to provide updates to this story as they become available.

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The Temple Police Department have identified the deceased as 36-year-old Jesse Mattos.

Authorities said they are still searching for the suspects.

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Temple police have confirmed that there are two suspects.

They said both suspects have been identified and are still at large.

25 News will continue to provide updates as they are made available.

ORIGINAL STORY:

The Temple Police Department said they are investigating a late-night shooting that took place Thursday night at the Hattrick sports bar in Temple.

Temple police have confirmed at least one fatality.

Police said the suspect believed to be involved is still at large.

Around 10:17 p.m. Thursday night, Temple officers said they responded to the 200 block of North Main Street on a shooting report.

This is still an active investigation by the authorities.

Temple Police said anyone with information should call the department at 254-298-5500 or the Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-8477 to report anonymously. You can also submit an anonymous tip at bellcountycrimestoppers.com.

25 News will continue to provide updates as they are made available.