Crime
Southeast Houston Family in Fear After Targeted Shooting Leaves One Injured
According to the family, their home was one of two targeted in a series of reckless attacks by a group of individuals.
A local family is living in fear after a terrifying shooting incident left one of their loved ones critically injured. The incident occurred in the Southeast Houston neighborhood of S Richey and Forest Oaks Drive.
The shooting took place late last night, resulting in a barrage of gunfire that damaged multiple homes and vehicles in the residential area.
Bullet holes were found near a child’s bedroom, highlighting the grave danger posed to the families living there.
According to the family, their home was one of two targeted in a series of reckless attacks by a group of individuals.
The victim, who was inside the house at the time, was struck in the back by a bullet that exited through his chest. He also sustained a graze wound to his forehead. Despite the severity of his injuries, he is expected to recover fully.
The family expressed immense gratitude for their loved one’s survival, acknowledging the trauma of the experience. They are struggling to understand the motive behind the attack, as no one in the house has any known conflicts with others.
Photos of the home’s interior reveal the extensive damage caused by the gunfire. The family is now terrified to return home, fearing further violence from the suspects who may be aware of the police investigation.
Authorities are currently investigating the incident and working to identify the perpetrators.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.