POLICE Department

Update: Surveillance Video Released in Fatal Shooting at 8900 Scott Street

December 27, 2018 - Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male that occurred at 8900 Scott Street about 11:05 p.m. on Wednesday (December 26).

The victim was transported to Ben Taub General Hospital where he was pronounced dead.  His identity is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

Surveillance video of the incident can be viewed at http://bit.ly/2St7nAg

HPD Homicide Division Sergeant C. Duncan and Detective E. Aguilera reported:

The victim was exiting a convenience store at the above address when he was approached by a male robbery suspect armed with a hand gun.  During a struggle over the weapon, the suspect shot the victim and then fled on foot.

The suspect is described only as a black male, 20 to 22 years old, about 6 feet tall and wearing a black hoodie, black muscle shirt and black pants.

Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.


KJS/JKS 12-27-18
Inc. #162718718

For additional information, please contact the HPD Public Affairs Division at 713-308-3200.