Crime in Houston, Texas: Teen shot dead at apartment complex

HOUSTON — A teenager was seriously injured after being shot Sunday evening in southwest Houston, according to Houston police.

It happened at an apartment complex on Glenmont Drive near the Westpark Turnpike.

HPD Lt. JP Horelica said when Houston police and firefighters arrived on scene, they found a 14-year-old boy with a gunshot wound to the upper torso.

He was transported to a nearby trauma center where he is in critical condition, according to Horelica.

At this time, there is no information on any potential suspect(s).

Police are asking for the public’s help in understanding what led to the shooting. Anyone with information is encouraged to call HPD’s Major Assault Division at 713-308-8800 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-8477.

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