HOUSTON, TX – Police in Houston are currently investigating a double shooting incident that occurred in the northwest part of the city, leaving one woman dead and a man injured. The shootings took place late Monday night on Long Point Road near Woodvine, a residential area known for its bustling community.
According to the Houston Police Department (HPD), officers were initially dispatched to the area following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they discovered a woman in her 30s who had been fatally shot. Her identity has not been released, pending notification of her family.
Shortly after the first shooting was reported, officers received a call about another shooting incident just two blocks away. A man in his early 40s had been shot multiple times in the stomach. Despite his injuries, he managed to walk to a nearby business seeking help, where a store clerk assisted him. He was subsequently transported to a local hospital, and his current condition remains unknown.
Lieutenant Wilkinson of the HPD stated that while witnesses reported hearing gunshots, no one had seen any suspects. The lack of eyewitness accounts has made it challenging for investigators to identify potential suspects in the case.
The male victim informed police that he was shot by someone who drove up to him, but further details about the vehicle or the shooter have yet to be disclosed. Investigators are working tirelessly to piece together the events that led to the shootings.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about these incidents to contact the HPD homicide unit. The community has been asked to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity in the area.
The scene has since been cleared, but the investigation is ongoing as police continue to gather evidence and interview potential witnesses.
This tragic incident has left the neighborhood in shock, as residents grapple with the reality of violence so close to home. The police department is committed to finding those responsible and bringing them to justice.