The dangers of celebratory gunfire usually increase in cases during the holidays.
One Mission family is speaking out after they say a stray bullet recently pierced their home, landing just a few feet away from their child's bed.
Law enforcement is reminding everyone that shooting recklessly within city limits could face serious charges.
The Mission family says they've lived in the area for about five years and hear gunshots multiple times a week. The family lives near Western Road and TX-107.
Family members say they are used to hearing gunshots in the neighborhood, but a couple of weekends ago, a bullet allegedly entered their home, piercing through the walls near one of their child's bed.
"We know the neighbors shoot far away, but this time it sounded very close," Mission resident Aa

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