Assistant Police Chief Wyatt Martin stated that the shooting occurred after 1 a.m. on West Fuqua Street, following an altercation outside a business.
Gunfire erupted in southwest Houston in the early hours of Sunday morning, resulting in the death of a teenager and injuries to three other young individuals, according to local police
While details regarding the exact motive remain scarce, Martin revealed that two groups of individuals were involved in the exchange of gunfire.
During a news conference at the scene, Martin provided further information, identifying the deceased victim as a 17-year-old girl who was on the verge of turning 18. The three other victims, an 18-year-old woman, an 18-year-old man, and a 20-year-old man, sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The woman was transported to a nearby hospital by firefighters, while the men made their own way to a hospital in private vehicles. Martin noted that the presence of multiple shell casings indicated the involvement of at least two shooters.
Describing the aftermath as a “very chaotic scene,” Martin appealed to witnesses to come forward, urging them to provide any information or evidence they may have
He emphasized the potential value of cellphone footage captured by individuals at the scene. Authorities are actively investigating the incident and have not released further details at this time. The Houston community is urged to remain vigilant, and anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact the local police department.
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