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1 Killed, 2 Critically Hurt in Shooting at Galena Park Basketball Court

Deputies urge tips to help identify who fired more than 20 shots.

Overview

  • Harris County sheriff said three males were shot at the Alvin D. Baggett Community Center in Galena Park, leaving one dead at the court and two hospitalized in critical condition.
  • The sheriff said a fight may have broken out before a vehicle arrived and more than 20 shots were fired.
  • Investigators have not determined whether all the gunfire came from the vehicle or whether there was an exchange.
  • With no suspects or motive identified, deputies asked anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers of Houston.
  • The victims are in their late teens or early 20s, sharpening concern about safety at a public recreation site used by young people.