Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 8695 Mesa Drive

Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male at 8695 Mesa Drive about 6:10 p.m. on Thursday (December 8).

The identity of the victim is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Homicide Division Sergeant N. Lazo and Detective A. Herrera reported:

HPD patrol officers responded to a shooting at the above address and found an unresponsive male in the parking lot.  He had suffered multiple gunshot wounds.  Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced the male deceased.

A preliminary investigation indicated the victim had an altercation with a suspect(s) outside of a business, which led to the shooting.  At this time, there is no known suspect description.

Anyone with information in this case is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or speak anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

VHS/JFC  12-9-22
Inc. #165413722

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