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17-Year-Old Killed, 19-Year-Old Wounded in Southeast Houston Park Shooting

HPD homicide detectives have detained a person, recovered two firearms and are seeking public tips as the active investigation continues.

Overview

  • The shooting, which occurred Thursday night around 11:30 p.m. on the 7700 block of Oak Vista Drive, left a 17-year-old male with a fatal chest wound and a 19-year-old male with an arm wound.
  • Both victims were taken to nearby hospitals and the 19-year-old is expected to survive while the 17-year-old was later pronounced dead.
  • Officers on scene detained one person for questioning and recovered two firearms as investigators processed the park meetup area.
  • HPD’s Homicide Division is leading the probe, conducting scene processing and witness interviews while officials have not released victim identities, a motive, or announced any charges.
  • Authorities have urged anyone with information to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers, and investigators say confirming why the two groups had gathered at the park is a key next step.