HOUSTON, TX – A quiet North Houston neighborhood was jolted by gunfire Thursday afternoon, as a man unleashed a barrage of bullets at an apartment complex on Ella Boulevard near Kirkendall. The incident has left one individual injured and a leasing office riddled with bullet holes, turning the residential area into an active crime scene.
Law enforcement officials quickly descended upon the site, with multiple patrol cars from Precinct 4 establishing a perimeter around the apartment complex. Authorities are now on the hunt for a suspect described as a man wearing a light blue hoodie, who reportedly fired several shots into the leasing office before fleeing the scene.
The chaos began shortly before 2 p.m., when police received reports of gunfire. Investigators are currently working to piece together the sequence of events that led to the shooting. The identity of the injured individual has not been released, and their current condition remains unclear.
Residents of the complex expressed their shock and concern over the violent disruption in their community. “It’s usually pretty quiet around here,” said one resident, who wished to remain anonymous. “We never expected something like this to happen.”
As officers continue to canvass the area for witnesses and gather evidence, they urge anyone with information to come forward. The motive behind the shooting is still unknown, and investigators are considering all possibilities as they work to solve the case.
The incident has heightened security concerns among local residents, and many are calling for increased police presence to ensure their safety. “We just want to feel safe in our homes,” another resident commented, echoing the sentiments of others in the community.