HOUSTON — A shooting at a party in southeast Houston early Sunday left one person dead and up to 14 others injured, according to local police. The Houston Police Department received multiple calls reporting gunfire shortly after 12:50 a.m. in the 6000 block of Cherry Hill.
Officers arrived quickly to find several individuals wounded around a home where a family gathering was taking place. Police believe that an uninvited guest started the violence after being asked to leave. This led to a chaotic scene in which victims were injured in crossfire, complicating officers’ efforts to assess the situation.
The Houston Fire Department was also on scene, confirming at least one fatality and multiple critical conditions among the injured. Several victims reportedly transported themselves to local hospitals for treatment, highlighting the immediate chaos that unfolded during the incident.
Assistant Chief Patricia Cantu provided details during a news briefing, stating, “This scene is ongoing. It’s still very complicated. It was chaotic from the get-go getting here.” Investigators are focusing on multiple areas surrounding the home, where victims were scattered across the property.
As police worked to piece together the events leading to the shooting, they detained several individuals but did not confirm whether they had apprehended the suspected shooter. The investigation is ongoing, and officials are appealing for any eyewitness accounts that might shed more light on the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The violence disrupted what was intended to be a celebratory gathering, serving as a stark reminder of the unpredictability and dangers associated with gun violence. Community leaders and residents are now left grappling with the aftermath of the shooting, as they seek to understand how such a tragedy could occur in their neighborhood.
As police continue their investigation, they are expected to release further updates on the victims and any potential suspects, examining the broader implications of gun violence in the area.