Houston police are actively investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at a business located at 6402 Mykawa Road around 10:15 a.m. on Wednesday. A 29-year-old man, whose identity is not yet released and is awaiting verification from the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences, was found with a gunshot wound and pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.
According to City of Houston News, the HPD Homicide Division Detectives E. May and C. Sharp have reported that the victim was an employee working inside the store during the incident. The preliminary investigation suggests that the shooting occurred during an attempted robbery by two male suspects, who were seen entering the store with hoods and masks, with one brandishing a handgun.
After the fatal confrontation, the suspects fled the scene on foot. As of now, they have been described only as two black males. The Houston Police Department is urging anyone with information regarding the case to step forward. Those with information that could contribute to the ongoing investigation are encouraged to contact the HPd Homicide Division at 713-308-3600. Alternatively, individuals wishing to provide details anonymously can reach out to Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
