Crime
Homeless man killed after shooting in downtown Houston
Houston Police are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred in the early hours of the morning at a gas station located across from the former Greyhound bus terminal in Downtown Houston.
According to preliminary reports, officers responded to the scene following a report of a shooting.
Upon arrival, they discovered a male individual, believed to be experiencing homelessness, suffering from a gunshot wound.
Emergency personnel pronounced the victim deceased at the scene.
Witnesses told investigators that the incident may have stemmed from an altercation involving the victim and another man, described as Hispanic.
The confrontation reportedly began after the victim allegedly approached the suspect and demanded money.
The encounter escalated, resulting in the suspect allegedly producing a firearm and shooting the victim.
The suspect reportedly fled the scene following the incident.
No arrests have been made at this time, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Authorities are asking anyone with information related to this incident to contact the Houston Police Department Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers of Houston at 713-222-TIPS (8477).
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.