Crime
Houston Police Investigating Fatal Shooting at Red Roof Inn on East Freeway
HOUSTON, TX — The Houston Police Department (HPD) is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred early Saturday morning, May 11, in the parking lot of the Red Roof Inn, located off the East Freeway near Centerwood Drive.
According to investigators, officers responded around 1:30 a.m. following reports of a shooting in the motel’s parking area.
Upon arrival, they discovered a man in his 20s suffering from gunshot wounds.
Despite emergency response efforts, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Preliminary information suggests the shooting stemmed from an altercation between the victim and another individual, which escalated into gunfire.
A man believed to be in his 50s or 60s was detained at the scene and is currently being questioned by detectives.
He has reportedly told police that he acted in self-defense.
Authorities have not yet confirmed whether any weapons were recovered or if surveillance footage is available.
The Homicide Division is continuing its investigation to determine the sequence of events and assess whether criminal charges will be filed.
The identity of the deceased has not been released, pending notification of next of kin.
HPD is asking anyone with information related to the incident to contact their Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477).
Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
City of Hammond, Louisiana — At approximately 11:50 p.m. on February 24, 2026, officers with the Hammond Police Department responded to a report of shots fired involving one possible victim.
Upon arrival, officers located a 14-year-old juvenile female, identified as Tyronai Reed, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Emergency medical assistance was rendered at the scene, and she was transported to North Oaks Health System for treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Reed later succumbed to her injuries.
Detectives assigned to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division launched an immediate homicide investigation.
During the course of their investigation, authorities identified 18-year-old Demontez Treyvon “Trey” Robinson of Hammond as a suspect in the shooting.
While actively working the case, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and conducted a traffic stop.
Robinson was identified as the driver of the vehicle and was taken into custody without incident.
Robinson was transported to the Criminal Investigations Division for questioning. According to investigators, Robinson admitted that the firearm discharged while he was handling or “playing with” it, resulting in the single round striking the 14-year-old victim.
Robinson was subsequently booked into the Hammond City Jail on one count of Negligent Homicide.
Authorities emphasize that the investigation remains in its early stages and additional details may be released as they become available.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Corey Morse with the Hammond Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 985-277-5758 or via email at morse_cm@hammond.org. Tips may also be submitted through the department’s official Facebook page or anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa at 1-800-554-5245.
Individuals providing information may be eligible for a cash reward. Authorities urge members of the community to assist in the ongoing investigation.