Crime
Houston Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Suspect in Fatal Shooting of Alisha Parker
HOUSTON, TX — The Houston Police Department (HPD) Homicide Division has released an image of the suspect wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of 48-year-old Alisha Parker at a convenience store on 1206 Barker Cypress Road.
The incident occurred around 9:05 p.m. on February 4, 2025.
According to investigators, the suspect—whose identity remains unknown—was captured on surveillance footage exiting the passenger seat of Parker’s black BMW before the shooting took place.
He was last seen wearing a gray Nike T-shirt, green pants, and black-and-white shoes.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Alisha Parker unresponsive in the driver’s seat of her vehicle, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency personnel pronounced her deceased at the scene.
HPD has released a surveillance image of the suspect in hopes that the public can assist in identifying and locating him.
Due to the ongoing nature of the investigation, certain details cannot yet be disclosed to avoid jeopardizing the case.
Authorities urge anyone who recognizes the suspect or has information regarding his whereabouts to contact the Houston Police Department Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers immediately.
Friends and community members describe Alisha Parker as a compassionate and kind-hearted individual who was always willing to help others.
“Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of Alisha. She had a beautiful soul and always wanted to see others succeed. She will be deeply missed and never forgotten,” a close friend shared.
Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to call HPD Homicide Detectives at (713) 308-3600 or provide an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at (713) 222-TIPS (8477).
Crime
16-year-old Khyon Smith-Tate found shot to death inside Chipotle bathroom on edge of Temple University’s campus in North Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA — A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot inside the bathroom of a Chipotle restaurant near Temple University’s campus in North Philadelphia on Monday afternoon, police said, as students and staff returned for the first day of the Spring 2026 semester.
The shooting occurred at approximately 5:00 p.m. inside the Chipotle located in the 1100 block of West Montgomery Avenue, on the ground floor of The View at Montgomery apartment complex. The building is situated near Temple University’s Student Center and TECH Center.
Police later identified the victim as Khyon Smith-Tate, a North Philadelphia resident. Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small said Smith-Tate was found with a gunshot wound to the chest and was pronounced dead at 5:24 p.m.
Temple University President John Fry and Vice President for Public Safety and Chief of Police Jennifer Griffin issued a joint statement following the incident:
“The loss of life to gun violence is a profound tragedy, and there are no words that can make sense of it. Our thoughts are with the victim’s family and loved ones.”
According to investigators, Smith-Tate and another minor entered the restaurant and requested access to the restroom. Chief Inspector Small said the shooting is believed to have occurred inside the bathroom.
Moments later, employees discovered Smith-Tate suffering from a gunshot wound. Police recovered one spent shell casing from a semiautomatic weapon inside the restroom.
Although the victim’s last known address was approximately eight blocks from the scene, authorities have not indicated what brought him to the location or what led to the shooting.
At the time of the incident, the restaurant was crowded, and multiple individuals inside the business were detained briefly for questioning. However, police said they have not yet obtained any statements from witnesses who reported hearing a gunshot.
A person of interest was taken into custody several blocks from the scene shortly after the shooting, but Chief Inspector Small said that individual’s involvement remains unclear.
As of Tuesday, police confirmed that no arrests have been made and no motive has been established.
Investigators believe Smith-Tate entered the restroom with another minor, though the whereabouts of that individual remain unknown.
Police are also seeking information about three possible suspects, described as teenagers carrying backpacks.
Chief Inspector Small noted that the area is equipped with numerous surveillance cameras, which detectives are reviewing as part of the ongoing investigation.
Authorities are asking anyone with information related to the incident to contact the Philadelphia Police Department.