Incident at Hiram Clarke at South Main

February 9, 2007 -- Houston police are investigating the shooting of a man at Hiram Clarke and South Main about 5:20 p.m. on Thursday (February 8).

The victim suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was taken to Ben Taub General Hospital in critical condition. His identity is unknown at this time.

HPD Homicide Division Sergeants M. Walker and A. Semmelrock and Officer T. Hufstedler reported:

The victim and a female companion were driving eastbound on the South Main feeder road just east of Hiram Clarke in a green Lexus. Witnesses reported seeing a maroon or burgundy Impala or Grand Prix drive next to the victim’s car and begin shooting at the victim. The Lexus stopped just before entering the ramp onto Highway 90 as the suspect vehicle drove away.

The suspects are described only as three black males.

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

GO/JFC 2-9-07
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