The Houston community is grappling with the aftermath of a fatal shooting incident that unfolded in the northern part of the city, leaving local authorities in search of answers. Earlier today, a man was reportedly chased down by a black SUV and then fatally shot on Melbourne Street, as confirmed by witnesses at the scene.

Houston police responded to a shooting early this morning, where a man was fatally wounded. Around 1 a.m., officers received reports of gunfire in the area. According to Click2Houston, the victim was walking when occupants of an SUV began chasing him and opened fire. He was rushed to the hospital but did not survive.

Lieutenant Riley briefed media outlets about the ongoing investigation, as per FOX26 Houston. Witnesses placed the man in the 2600 block of Melbourne Street during the incident, but the SUV's departure direction, and the motive behind this deadly encounter remain a mystery.