Crime
20-year-old Brandon Harris Jr killed in High Point shooting
The two other victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The High Point Police Department is investigating a Saturday morning shooting that left one man dead and two others injured.
Officers responded to reports of an assault with a deadly weapon in the 3300 block of Colony Drive at approximately 12:19 a.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered that several shots had been fired inside a residence.
According to officials, four people were inside the home at the time of the incident. Three of them sustained gunshot wounds.
One victim, identified as 20-year-old Brandon C. Harris Jr., was pronounced dead at the scene.
The two other victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Both remain hospitalized in stable condition, authorities said.
Police confirmed that all individuals involved in the incident have been identified and emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the community.
The High Point Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit is leading the investigation. As of now, no charges have been filed in connection with the shooting.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the High Point Police Department or provide tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Crime
Two Children Killed, Two Others Critically Injured in Angleton-Area Shooting, Mother in Custody
ANGLETON, Texas — Authorities are investigating a tragic shooting in Brazoria County that left two children dead and two others critically injured early Saturday morning.
According to the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), deputies were dispatched around 5:00 a.m. after a distressed woman called 911, reporting that her son had attempted to kill her and that multiple children were in the vehicle with her.
Deputies located the woman and the children at a gas station on State Highway 288B near FM 521.
Investigators believe the shooting occurred elsewhere, and multiple agencies are now working to determine the exact location of the incident.
Upon arrival, deputies found four children suffering from gunshot wounds. A 13-year-old and a 4-year-old were pronounced dead at the scene.
An 8-year-old and a 9-year-old were airlifted to a nearby trauma hospital in critical condition.
Authorities later confirmed both surviving children are expected to recover.
Initial reports indicate that all individuals involved have been accounted for, and there is no ongoing threat to the community.
A female adult—believed to be the children’s mother—has been taken into custody.
While investigators initially received conflicting information suggesting one of the children may have been responsible, authorities now believe the adult female was the shooter.
In a statement, the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office said:
“All individuals believed to be involved have been detained, and there is no ongoing threat to the community. While the details are still developing, the loss of two children in such a manner is a tragedy. Our thoughts are with the family and everyone affected as we continue to learn more about this heartbreaking situation.”
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it is assisting Brazoria County investigators at a related residence in Montgomery County, believed to be connected to the ongoing investigation.
Authorities have not yet released the names of the victims or the suspect pending notification of next of kin.
The investigation remains active.