Crime
Well-known Houston barbe Paul “Junebug” Stevenson killed in drive-by shooting outside a southeast Houston bar
HOUSTON, TX – A late-night drive-by shooting outside a nightclub in southeast Houston on Sunday has left two people dead and 15 others injured, according to the Houston Police Department.
One of the victims killed has been identified as Paul “Junebug” Stevenson, the owner of the club and a well-known local barber.
The second fatality was a 21-year-old woman, whose identity has not yet been publicly released.
The shooting occurred shortly after 11:45 p.m. in the parking lot of a club located near Dixie Road and Heffernan Street.
According to Assistant Police Chief Adrian Rodriguez, a black four-door sedan pulled up and multiple rounds were fired into a crowd of people who were waiting to enter the venue. The vehicle fled the scene heading down Dixie Drive.
One victim died at the scene, while the second was later pronounced dead at a local hospital.
Several of the injured victims were transported by private vehicles, while others were treated on site or by EMS and taken to area hospitals.
Police initially reported seven injuries, but that number was revised Monday to a total of 15 survivors, all of whom are currently listed in stable condition.
The victims include:
- Eight males, ranging in age from 17 to 52 (ages 52, 21, 19, 19, 19, 18, 17, and 17)
- Seven females, ranging in age from 14 to 21 (ages 21, 21, 19, 18, 18, 18, and 14)
Authorities have not released a possible motive for the attack and say the circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Detectives are currently reviewing surveillance footage and plan to interview victims once their medical conditions allow.
“This was a senseless act of violence that affected innocent lives,” said Assistant Chief Rodriguez. “We are committed to finding those responsible and bringing justice to the victims and their families.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact Houston Police at 713-308-3600 or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477).
This is an active and ongoing investigation.
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — A 35-year-old man has died after being shot inside a residence in Birmingham early Thursday morning, prompting a homicide investigation by local authorities.
The victim was identified as Ralen Jerean McCurdy, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office. McCurdy was found unresponsive inside a home in the 4300 block of 12th Court North after police responded to reports of gunfire and an injured person shortly after 1:40 a.m.
Despite the response from emergency personnel, McCurdy did not survive his injuries. Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service personnel pronounced him dead at approximately 2:04 a.m.
According to authorities, officers assigned to Birmingham Police Department’s South Precinct were dispatched to the area shortly after 1:40 a.m. Thursday following a ShotSpotter alert and a report of an injured individual.
When officers arrived at the residence, they discovered McCurdy unresponsive inside the home. Emergency responders subsequently confirmed his death at the scene.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting have not yet been publicly established.
Birmingham police detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding McCurdy’s death. Authorities have not announced any arrests, and no suspect information or possible motive was included in the details released.
Investigators will continue working to determine what happened inside the residence and identify anyone who may have been involved. Additional information may be released as the investigation progresses.
McCurdy’s death marks Birmingham’s fourth homicide since Saturday, according to the information provided. The latest fatal shooting adds to a difficult stretch for the city and leaves another family grieving the loss of a loved one.
At 35 years old, McCurdy’s life ended in a violent incident that remains under investigation. His death is a painful loss for his family, friends, and everyone who knew him.
As detectives continue their work, loved ones are left to remember McCurdy while waiting for answers about the circumstances that led to his death.
May Ralen Jerean McCurdy rest in peace. May his family and friends find strength, comfort, and support during this heartbreaking time.