September 5, 2023 - Houston police are asking for the public's assistance in locating a person of interest wanted for questioning in the fatal shooting of a woman at 6868 Hornwood Drive about 8:45 p.m. on Saturday (September 2).

The person of interest is identified as Vincent Guerino Juliano, 33. A photo of Juliano, who is not charged, is attached to this news release.

The identity of the deceased woman, 23, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Homicide Division Sergeant C. Ponder and Detective K. Stringer reported:

HPD patrol officers responded to a report of a deceased woman at a motel at the above address. Upon arrival, they found the victim inside a motel room suffering at least one gunshot wound. She was pronounced deceased at the scene by responding Houston Fire Department paramedics.

Further investigation revealed the room was rented to Juliano and the victim. Witnesses stated they heard screaming coming from the room prior to hearing a gunshot. Juliano was seen leaving the location alone a short time later. Detectives would like to speak with Juliano regarding this incident.

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