Police are currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred at a shopping center in west Houston. According to reports, a gunman is believed to have killed two men during a shootout. One of the victims was reportedly dragged and left at the front doors of a nearby hospital.
At approximately 10 p.m. on Thursday, a fatal shooting took place in the parking lot of a shopping center located at 1985 Barker Cypress Road near Mayde Creek Farms Lane.
Upon arrival at the scene, the Houston police discovered a man in his mid-20s who had been fatally shot. Additionally, a second individual who had sustained gunshot wounds and was in his early 20s, was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
According to investigators, a witness reported hearing multiple gunshots and observing a car quickly leaving the area. At the scene, law enforcement discovered a firearm.
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According to HPD, the car that was spotted speeding away was a white Lexus with black rims, which they believe to be a newer model. Interestingly, investigators have reason to believe that this same vehicle was responsible for transporting the second victim to the hospital.
According to Lt. R. Willkens, it is believed that the same vehicle was spotted transporting the other body to a nearby hospital. Two Hispanic males had reportedly dragged the body out of the car and left it at the sliding doors of the hospital’s entrance before hastily leaving the scene.
According to Willkens, the investigators are actively searching for surveillance footage and are optimistic about their ability to locate the suspects.
No descriptions of suspects were provided by HPD. The reason behind the shooting remains unclear.
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