Crime
Active shooter alert reported at Lamar University in Beaumont
UPDATE: Lamar University police have detained a suspect following an active shooter alert issued on campus at approximately 12:30 PM on Monday.
An active shooter situation has been reported at Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas.
Students are currently under lockdown, and images shared on social media depict the chaotic scene. It’s unclear if one of the images shows the actual shooter.
The identities of the students who posted these images remain anonymous.
The alert from Lamar University details a suspicious individual on campus. According to the message, a female suspect carrying a possible black handgun was last seen walking from Gentry Hall toward the Dining Hall at 12:15 p.m. She was described as wearing an army green long-sleeve jacket, light blue jeans, a utility belt with a canteen, and black boots.
Police ask public to please stay out of the area.
This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.
HARRIS COUNTY, TX — A juvenile male was shot and killed in the Northwest Park area, prompting an active investigation by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO).
Deputies responded at approximately 2:15 p.m. to reports of a shooting at a residential complex located at 10155 Bammel North Houston Road, near North Houston Rosslyn and Fallbrook Drive.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered a juvenile Hispanic male suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite attempts by first responders to perform CPR and lifesaving measures, the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Detectives from the Homicide Division, led by Detective Jason Brown, responded to conduct the investigation.
Based on initial witness statements, deputies were able to detain a 15-year-old male suspect believed to be involved in the incident.
According to preliminary findings, investigators believe the shooting may have occurred during a possible drug-related transaction.
At this stage, no additional suspects are believed to be involved.
Crime Scene Investigators (CSI) are processing evidence, while detectives continue to review surveillance footage from the apartment complex and interview witnesses.
The identity of the deceased has not yet been formally confirmed, though authorities believe they have located potential family members.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional details will be released as they become available.