POLICE Department

Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 6011 West Sam Houston Parkway South

June 29, 2021 - Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man at 6011 West Sam Houston Parkway South about 1 a.m. today (June 29).

The identity of the victim, 17, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Homicide Division Detectives A. Hernandez and A. Ferrell reported:

HPD patrol officers responded to a reported shooting call at the above address.  Upon arrival, they found the victim at an emergency care facility suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest.  He had been transported to the location by a private vehicle.

Witnesses stated they were driving on Boone Road when an unknown black Chevrolet pulled alongside their SUV and someone inside began shooting at them.  The victim was struck one time and was later pronounced dead at the hospital.

Anyone with information in this case is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.


KJS/VHS  6-29-21
Inc. #087323921

 

For additional information, please contact the HPD Office of Community Affairs at 713-308-3200.