POLICE Department

Investigation into Male's Death at 8500 Broadway


August 24, 2015 - The incident involving the death of a male and the stabbing of a female at 8500 Broadway about 1:50 a.m. on Sunday (Aug. 23) will be referred to a Harris County grand jury.

The male was pronounced dead at the scene.  His identity and cause of death will be determined by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Homicide Division Officers M. Charrin and K. Elliot reported:

HPD patrol officers responded to an assault in-progress call at the above address.  Upon arrival, they found the male deceased in the apartment complex courtyard.  Officers also learned a female had been stabbed and transported to Ben Taub General Hospital.  

Further investigation determined the altercation stemmed from a dispute between neighbors, the exact nature of which is unknown at this time.  

Anyone with information is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600.

KJS/VHS 8-24-15
Inc. #109218915

For additional information, please contact the HPD Public Affairs Division at 713-308-3200.