Suspect Sought in Fatal Shooting of Teen in Houston
On Saturday, July 20, the Houston Police Department released surveillance footage of a man running from the scene of a fatal shooting. The incident took place at an apartment complex on Hammerly Boulevard between Bingle and Blalock, where a 14-year-old boy was shot and found in a parked vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds.
Witnesses Provide Key Details
Witnesses at the scene reported seeing the victim engaged in conversation with a woman just before the shooting occurred. This information is crucial in helping investigators piece together the events leading up to the tragic incident. The identity of the victim has not been released, as the investigation is still ongoing.
Police Release Surveillance Video of Suspect
On Monday, HPD released surveillance video showing a male suspect following the female involved in the altercation. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male wearing a black hoodie, blue pants, sandals, and carrying a black and white Nike backpack. After the shooting, both the suspect and the woman were seen fleeing into the apartment complex.
The Houston Police Department is urging anyone with information about this case to come forward. They can contact the HPD Homicide Unit at 713-308-3600 or provide information anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
By releasing this information to the public, law enforcement officials hope to receive valuable tips that could lead to the apprehension of the suspect and help bring justice to the victim and their family.
Overall, the HPD’s efforts in sharing surveillance footage and soliciting community assistance are essential in solving this tragic crime and ensuring the safety of the neighborhood.
