Port Aransas responds to spring break violence

Port Aransas saw multiple incidents over the weekend, including car crashes and a shooting that left 5 people hurt, raising questions about safety as spring break continues.

Port Aransas Police Lieutenant Mike Hannon said the department had a plan in place before the weekend’s violence — and that plan remains in effect.

“We have preplanned the resources we have, as well as asking the state for resources with the DPS Troopers and with parks and wildlife Game Wardens. That’s already been put in place. We have an operational plan for that, and that’s what we’re gonna follow,” Hannon said.

Port Aransas officials respond to spring break violence, urge visitors to keep coming

Hannon said when the shooting occurred, officers responded according to that plan…

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