Incident at 9325 Grady

August 31, 2006 -- Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man at 9325 Grady about 12:30 a.m. today (August 31).

The victim is identified as James Willie Harris, 75, of 9325 Grady. He suffered a gunshot wound and died at the scene.

HPD Homicide Division Sergeants L.A. Flores and M. Cruz reported:

HPD officers responded to a shooting at the above location and were met by a witness outside of the residence. The witness, who was asleep at the time, heard a gunshot and saw the victim laying on the couch, bleeding. The suspect was seen running out the front door of the residence and onto Grady.

The suspect is described as a black male, bald, with a dark complexion, about 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing 180 lbs, with a stocky build. He was wearing brown camouflage clothing with a matching hat.

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

GO/NJM 8-31-06
Inc # 134566906

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