CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi Police are investigating a shooting at a local sports bar that happened around 1 a.m.
Authorities received a call from Politics Spirits & Games near Yorktown and Staples Street. When they arrived, both the victim and the suspect had left the scene.
The victim went to the hospital. According to CCPD, after looking through surveillance footage and speaking to witnesses they believe the victim may have started the fight.
Politics owner Raul Melendez said in a statement that customer safety comes first.
"We appreciate every one of our customers and we're committed to keeping our place safe where you can relax and enjoy," Melendez said.
No one is currently in custody.
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