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Port Arthur man dies after early Sunday morning shooting, investigation underway

This is a developing story. We will update with more if and when we receive more confirmed information.

PORT ARTHUR, Texas — Police are investigating after a early Sunday morning shooting left a Port Arthur man dead. 

Port Arthur Police received the call regarding the shooting shortly before 2 a.m. The shooting happened in the 2800 block of 59th street. 

Port Arthur Police Chief Tim Duriso told 12News that one man died as a result of the shooting. The victim's name has not been released, but he is believed to be in his 50s. 

A person who was at the scene when the victim's body was found was interviewed but now taken arrested. There are no suspects in police custody in regards to the deadly shooting. 

This is a developing story. We will update with more if and when we receive more confirmed information.

Credit: E.J. Williams
Credit: E.J.Williams
Credit: E.J. Williams

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