POLICE Department

Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 4855 West Fuqua

October 24, 2018 - Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man at 4855 West Fuqua about 8 p.m. on Tuesday (October 23).  

The victim, Darian Bolden, 18, was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased.  

HPD Homicide Division Detectives D. Crowder and A. Vinogradov reported:  

Mr. Bolden was found shot in the parking lot of an apartment complex at the above address after an apparent exchange of gunfire between unknown individuals.  Witnesses reported seeing another possible victim, described as a black male, 18 to 20 years of age, about 6 feet tall, about 170 pounds, fleeing from the scene.  He was wearing a dark hoodie with a white/gray T-shirt with "NIKE" printed on it.  

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. 


VHS/KJS 10-24-18
Inc. #134463118

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