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Southeast Houston Family in Fear After Targeted Shooting Leaves One Injured

According to the family, their home was one of two targeted in a series of reckless attacks by a group of individuals.

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A local family is living in fear after a terrifying shooting incident left one of their loved ones critically injured. The incident occurred in the Southeast Houston neighborhood of S Richey and Forest Oaks Drive.

The shooting took place late last night, resulting in a barrage of gunfire that damaged multiple homes and vehicles in the residential area.

Bullet holes were found near a child’s bedroom, highlighting the grave danger posed to the families living there.

According to the family, their home was one of two targeted in a series of reckless attacks by a group of individuals.

The victim, who was inside the house at the time, was struck in the back by a bullet that exited through his chest. He also sustained a graze wound to his forehead. Despite the severity of his injuries, he is expected to recover fully.

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The family expressed immense gratitude for their loved one’s survival, acknowledging the trauma of the experience. They are struggling to understand the motive behind the attack, as no one in the house has any known conflicts with others.

Photos of the home’s interior reveal the extensive damage caused by the gunfire. The family is now terrified to return home, fearing further violence from the suspects who may be aware of the police investigation.

Authorities are currently investigating the incident and working to identify the perpetrators.


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18-year-old Micah Pruitt killed after shooting during Madison drug deal, suspect arrested

Sandoval-Ortuno confessed to firing at Pruitt during a narcotics transaction, leading to his arrest and subsequent charges in Juvenile Court.

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Nashville, TN – A teenage boy is facing multiple charges, including homicide, after a shooting incident in Madison on Wednesday evening.

According to Metro Nashville Dispatch, a call was received just before 6:00 PM on October 16th from the 300 block of East Webster Street.

However, the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) later determined that the shooting occurred on Gallavista Avenue.

Authorities reported that an 18-year-old, Micah Pruitt, and a 20-year-old man arrived at TriStar Skyline Medical Center shortly after 6:00 PM in a Toyota Camry riddled with bullet holes.

Pruitt was tragically pronounced dead at the hospital, while the 20-year-old, who had driven himself and Pruitt to the hospital, was treated for non-life-threatening injuries and released.

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On Thursday, October 17th, 16-year-old Brayan Sandoval-Ortuno voluntarily presented himself to MNPD headquarters to provide a statement regarding Pruitt’s death.

Sandoval-Ortuno confessed to firing at Pruitt during a narcotics transaction, leading to his arrest and subsequent charges in Juvenile Court.

Sandoval-Ortuno faces charges of criminal homicide and aggravated assault.

Additional details about the case have not been disclosed at this time.


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