62-year-old La Marque man arrested after allegedly shooting 40-year-old during argument

Richard Pleasant Sr. (La Marque Police Department)

LA MARQUE, Texas – The La Marque Police Department said a 62-year-old man has been arrested after he shot a man during an argument Monday morning.

According to police, they responded to the 100 block of Anita at approximately 4:30 a.m. Monday.

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Police said the resident at the address, identified as Richard Pleasant Sr., shot a 40-year-old man during an argument.

The victim was transported to Mainland Medical Hospital by a family member in a private vehicle. The victim is in serious condition, but is expected to survive his injuries.

Pleasant Sr. is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. His bond has been set at $100,000.


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