HOUSTON, TX – A wave of violence swept through the Houston area over the weekend, with five separate shootings occurring within a 24-hour period. The most recent incident took place at the intersection of McGregor and Scott Street, where an argument between two men at a gas station escalated into a deadly shooting. One man allegedly shot and killed the other after being pushed during their dispute. Texas Southern University police were first on the scene, followed by Houston Police Department officers. The victim was pronounced dead at the location.
In another incident on Sandra Street, a shooting also resulted in a fatality. Details of the victim’s identity and the shooter remain under investigation. Meanwhile, in the Bradfield Manor neighborhood, a birthday celebration turned violent when a neighbor reportedly argued with partygoers, fired a weapon, and injured the homeowner. James Thompson, 63, who was involved in the altercation, was shot in return fire. Both men were hospitalized and are now recovering.
Late Saturday night, an altercation between a couple near downtown Houston led to another shooting. A man in his 30s was shot in the stomach by a woman he was dating during a heated argument. Although his current condition is unknown, he was conscious and communicating with police officers before being transported to the hospital.
Just after 1 a.m. on Bagby Street, a man breaking into cars became embroiled in a physical confrontation with the car owner and his friends. The altercation turned deadly when the suspect brandished a firearm and opened fire, killing a 21-year-old man. A 22-year-old was also injured and taken to a nearby hospital. Residents in the area have expressed concerns about the frequency of car break-ins and the need for increased police patrols.
The suspect from the Bagby Street shooting fled the scene and is still at large. Authorities describe him as approximately six feet tall with dreadlocks featuring yellow or gold tips. He was last seen wearing a gray hoodie, light blue shorts, and black shoes. Law enforcement is also searching for the individual responsible for the gas station shooting, who reportedly escaped in a white Nissan.
In response to the violence, residents have called for more frequent police patrols, especially during late-night hours when criminal activity is more prevalent. Increased visibility of law enforcement is believed to be crucial in deterring such incidents and providing a sense of security to the community.
The man accused of firing shots at the birthday party has been charged with three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and one count of tampering with evidence. As the investigations continue, the community remains on edge, hoping for swift justice and a return to safety.