On June 2, a man and a woman were tragically shot and killed in Houston, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities. The Houston Police Department has now released surveillance photos of a person of interest in connection with the shooting that occurred at 699 Franklin Street around 6:35 p.m. Seeking the public's help, the police are asking for assistance in identifying and locating this individual. Described as a black male with a possible beard and goatee carrying a dark-colored bag or fanny pack, the HPD urges anyone with information to come forward.

The two victims of the fatal incident have been identified as Richard Nugent, 38, whose body was discovered unresponsive with gunshot wounds near the Buffalo Bayou Trail, and RJ Lewis, 66, found lifeless on a stairwell leading up to the intersection of Congress and Smith Streets. Initially, the suspect's description and motive was unknown, leaving investigators scrambling for leads in the wake of the crime. According to the City of Houston News release, the HPD patrol officers responded to a report of a deceased person and later determined the deaths of Nugent and Lewis were due to gun violence.

Detectives M. Althaus and E. Camacho from the HPD Homicide Division are at the helm of the investigation. In the course of their work, they came upon the surveillance photos that served as a breakthrough. "Further investigation developed a male as a person of interest in the incident. Investigators believe the male might have information in the case and would like to speak with him," was detailed in the police's statement.

The HPD emphasizes the importance of any tips that the public can provide and directs individuals to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or to remain anonymous by speaking to Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS, with the potential to aid significantly in the investigation's next steps.