On Sunday night, a bullet narrowly missed a child avoiding possible injury or death.
Police arrested Aiden Palomo, 18, of Taylor, after he discharged a firearm near two children who were outside playing.
According to police reports, on Sunday, March 13, at 10:20 p.m., officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 400 block of Victoria Street.
Officers talked to the homeowner, Roy Hernandez, who said his two grandchildren, 11 and 12 years old, were playing in the front yard. A black Dodge Challenger drove by and Palomo fired a shot that went into the back window of a truck in the driveway of the home.
One of the children was lying in the bed of the truck where the shot was fired.
"Luckily, nobody was hurt, and nobody was injured," said Joseph Branson, police commander. "It easily could have had a serious injury or a death as a result of this. We're fortunate and blessed that nobody got hurt."
Police believe the vehicle belongs to someone who lives in the same area where the shot was fired. Surveillance video footage, which was shared with police, showed the incident as it happened. Branson said the video helped officers and detectives find the vehicle, which was later located at Palomo's house.
Officers made contact with Palomo's family, who later brought him to the Taylor Police Station where he confessed to the shooting.
There was no indication of drugs or alcohol. Police believe this was an isolated incident and it is not considered a threat to the community.
Police do not have a motive and are still investigating.
After consulting with the Williamson County District Attorney's Office, Palomo was arrested and charged deadly conduct, a third-degree felony. If convicted, Palomo could face up to 10 years in prison and a fine up to $10,000.
Palomo is still in custody at the Williamson County Jail on a $100,000 bond.
