Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 9719 Bertwood Street

Houston police are investigating the apparent fatal shooting of a man at 9719 Bertwood Street about 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday (August 22).

The identity of the deceased male, 54, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Homicide Division Sergeant R. Watson reported:

Officers responded to a report of a deceased male at a residence at the above address and found the homeowner suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Responding Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene.

At this time there is no known suspect(s) or motive.

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.

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