Crime
15-Year-Old Girl Killed, Two Men Injured in Southwest Houston Shooting
Houston Police Department (HPD) homicide detectives are actively investigating a tragic shooting that occurred late last night in the parking lot of a restaurant on Bellaire Boulevard near Hillcroft Avenue in Southwest Houston.
The incident left a 15-year-old girl dead and two men injured.
According to preliminary reports, two men in a Chevy Trailblazer opened fire on two individuals in a Honda.
In response, someone in the Honda reportedly fired back.
Authorities believe three to four individuals were involved in the exchange of gunfire.
Casualties:
- Deceased: A 15-year-old girl, whose connection to the incident remains unclear, was transported to the hospital by friends but was pronounced dead upon arrival.
- Injured:
- A 19-year-old man sustained critical injuries and was transported to the hospital by emergency services.
- A 29-year-old man suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was privately transported to a medical facility.
Deputies from Precinct 5 quickly arrived at the scene, securing the area and setting up a perimeter.
The motive for the shooting remains unknown, and HPD detectives are working to piece together the events leading up to the incident.
Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information related to this case to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-884-3131. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers.
This tragic incident has left the community shaken, and authorities are committed to bringing clarity and justice to those affected.
Coffee County, Ala. — A homicide investigation is underway after a fatal shooting at a residence near Kinston on Monday morning, authorities confirmed.
According to Coffee County Sheriff Scott Byrd, deputies responded at approximately 7:51 a.m. to a reported shooting along County Road 483, just off County Road 89 in the Kinston area.
Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered a deceased individual at the scene.
Officials later indicated the shooting stemmed from a domestic dispute between two individuals, though additional details have not yet been released.
Authorities identified the suspect as Joseph Levi Jackson, who was wanted in connection with the shooting death of his father.
Jackson was initially reported to have fled the scene on foot and was considered armed and dangerous.
The search involved multiple agencies, including the Coffee County Sheriff’s Department, Covington County Sheriff’s Office, Geneva County Sheriff’s Office, and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), including troopers and State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) agents.
State tracking dogs were deployed as part of the coordinated search effort, particularly near Hattaway Road and Charolais Road, off Covington County Road 89.
Jackson was last described as wearing a black and red flannel shirt, blue jeans, and a black baseball cap.
Law enforcement urged residents not to approach the suspect and to contact 911 with any information.
Following an intensive search, Sheriff Byrd confirmed that Jackson was located and taken into custody without further incident.
Authorities have not yet announced formal charges but confirmed that the investigation is being led by ALEA.
The suspect’s temporary flight prompted Kinston School to delay its opening on Monday morning. School officials later announced a full closure for the day out of an abundance of caution.
In a statement, school administrators thanked local law enforcement for their swift and professional response, emphasizing that the safety of students, staff, and families remains their top priority.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue processing the scene and gathering additional information.