The sheriff's office said it was initially believed the teen had passed out, but EMS personnel discovered the teen suffered a fatal gunshot wound.
An 18-year-old was shot and killed during a large house party in the Humble area on Saturday morning, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.The shooting happened in the 4900 block of Fieldwick Lane at an Airbnb rental home. Officials said they believed the party was advertised on social media and attended by people in their late teens to early 20s.Authorities said they received an initial welfare check call on a concern of underage drinking at the party.
The sheriff's office said initially, it was believed that the victim had passed out in the front yard of the home. However, when EMS arrived, they determined the teen had been shot. He was taken to the hospital but was pronounced dead a short time later. According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, at least one or two shooters were a block away when they intentionally shot in the direction of the party, hitting the teen.HCSO said the suspects fled the area in an unidentified car.
Investigators are asking residents in the area to review their surveillance footage. Anyone with information can contact the sheriff's office.3 hours agoNo injuries in Houston mosque shooting, HPD says no hate crime proof
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