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.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.