A late-night drive along Cypresswood Drive and FM 1960 turned violent Monday when a man and woman were shot inside an SUV, sending both to the hospital but not costing them their lives, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say a single bullet tore through the passenger-side window just after 11 p.m. and struck both people before exiting, and investigators are now pulling surveillance video from nearby businesses to hunt for clues, as reported by ABC13.
What Happened
According to ABC13, deputies were called to a gas station near Cypresswood and FM 1960 around 11:15 p.m. after reports that a woman had been shot in the chest. The sheriff’s office told reporters the woman was riding in the passenger seat of a silver SUV and the man behind the wheel was hit in the wrist. Both were taken to nearby hospitals and are listed in stable condition.
Evidence At The Scene
Local news video shows a clean bullet hole through the passenger-side window, and investigators say the same round hit both victims after entering the vehicle, as reported by KPRC Click2Houston. Deputies said they are reviewing security footage from surrounding businesses and continuing the search for whoever pulled the trigger.
Investigation Underway
KHOU noted that investigators have not yet said whether the pair was targeted or if the shooting appears random. The sheriff’s office has not released any suspect description or possible motive, and detectives are still working through video evidence and witness statements.
Local Context
The busy stretch of FM 1960 and nearby Cypresswood Drive has seen multiple violent incidents in recent months, including a fatal shooting in the same general area earlier this year, according to reporting by ABC13. Residents and commuters have repeatedly told reporters they worry about safety along this north Harris County corridor, where serious crashes and crimes tend to resurface.
How To Help
Anyone with information that could help investigators is urged to contact Crime Stoppers of Houston at 713-222-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online, per Crime Stoppers of Houston. Deputies say tips and surveillance video from nearby businesses could play a key role in tracking down the shooter.
