Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male found after a fire was extinguished at 20900 Birnamwood Boulevard about 8:40 p.m. on Tuesday (October 19).
The identity of the deceased male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
HPD Homicide Division Detectives E. Martinez and R. Montalvo reported:
HPD patrol officers responded to a request from Houston Fire Department emergency personnel regarding the body of an unidentified male discovered during a fire inside a residence at the above address. The male suffered severe trauma from the fire and an apparent gunshot wound.
At this time, there are no known witnesses or suspects.
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/JKS 10-20-21
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