McAllen, Jul 7 (AP) A 27-year-old man was killed Monday after opening fire at a US Border Patrol facility in McAllen, Texas, authorities said.

Federal agents returned fire at the man, who had an assault rifle and was carrying a utility vest, McAllen Police Chief Victor Rodriguez told reporters Monday morning.

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Rodriguez identified the suspect as Ryan Louis Mosqueda.

Law enforcement said they found another rifle and more ammunition. Rodriguez said the man's motive is currently unknown.

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One officer was injured in the shooting. Rodriguez said it was unclear if the injury was from shrapnel or a bullet. (AP)

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