Crime
Mother Discovers Both Sons Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide After Breaking Down Door in North Harris County
UPDATE: Harris County, Texas (October 8, 2024) – Sheriff Ed Gonzalez confirmed that deputies are investigating a suspected murder-suicide involving two brothers in north Harris County. The incident occurred early Monday morning at an apartment on Ella Boulevard near West Airtex Boulevard.
According to the sheriff, one of the brothers, aged 22, who struggled with mental health issues, tragically shot his older brother, aged 24, who had autism. The younger brother then turned the gun on himself.
Investigators revealed that the two brothers lived at the apartment with their mother. She was asleep when she heard a commotion coming from their room. Breaking down the door, she discovered both of her sons deceased.
The mother was briefly hospitalized due to a panic attack following the tragic discovery.
Deputies disclosed that they had previously responded to the scene due to disturbances and mental health-related incidents. This incident underscores the critical need for increased awareness and resources to address mental health issues and prevent such tragedies.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a tragic shooting incident at a complex located in the 15100 block of Ella Boulevard near Airtex.
Upon arrival, officers discovered two adult males suffering from gunshot wounds.
Both victims were pronounced deceased at the scene.
Initial investigations indicate that the incident was a murder-suicide involving two brothers.
Further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting are currently under investigation.
Crime
18-year-old Timothy Haynes killed in North Charleston shooting
His mother was found performing CPR on him, and officers detected a faint pulse.
The Charleston County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred late Sunday night in North Charleston.
Timothy Haynes, 18, was pronounced dead at approximately 11:54 p.m. at the scene of the incident on Wales Court, according to Charleston County Coroner Bobbi Jo O’Neal.
The cause of death has been confirmed as a gunshot wound.
North Charleston Police responded to a call reporting gunfire and an unresponsive individual in the 4200 block of Wales Court. Upon arrival, officers discovered Haynes lying on the ground.
His mother was found performing CPR on him, and officers detected a faint pulse.
They continued life-saving measures until paramedics arrived, but Haynes succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Authorities canvassed the area, seeking video surveillance and witnesses to gather further information.
The North Charleston Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact the North Charleston Police Tip Line at 843-607-2076.
This is an ongoing investigation, and further updates will be provided as more details emerge.