Dickinson shooting: Suspect arrested after 7 people shot during birthday party

DICKINSON, Texas - Dickinson police have arrested a suspect they believe to be connected to the mass shooting after a birthday party on Sunday morning.

On Wednesday, Patrick Frederick, 58, was taken into custody for the shooting of seven people in Dickinson outside JT's Lounge near 24th Street and Avenue F.

Frederick is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and unlawful carrying of a firearm by a convicted felon. His total bond is set at $1 million for both charges.

Patrick Frederick, 58

Shooting at JT's Lounge

What we know:

Officers from the Dickinson Police Department responded to reports of a disturbance on Avenue F at around 12:30 a.m. Upon arrival, first responders discovered several victims suffering from gunshot wounds scattered outside JT’s Lounge and along nearby 25th Street.

It was confirmed by officials that seven people were injured. All victims have been identified and were last reported to be in stable condition or had been released from the hospital.

The shooting happened just as a birthday celebration at the lounge was ending. Party attendees told investigators they were still inside the building when they heard gunfire in the street.

It remains unclear if those involved in the shooting had attended the party. Most of the ballistic evidence recovered by technicians was located about a block away from the lounge, according to investigators.

The shooting is still under investigation.

What we don't know:

The motive behind the shooting is still unknown.