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Houston Police Release Photo of Person of Interest in Sharpstown Game Room Killing

Investigators say the man pictured is wanted only for questioning, and they are urging tips to help identify him.

Overview

  • The fatal shooting occurred Feb. 9 around 9:20–9:30 p.m. inside an illegal game room on the 7000 block of Bissonnet Street in southwest Houston.
  • The victim, a 33-year-old security guard, was found with at least one gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders.
  • HPD released an image showing a man in dark clothing pointing a gun, identifying him as a person of interest sought for questioning; no arrests have been announced.
  • Police said multiple people fled before officers arrived, and a woman flagged down responders after being told by a fleeing man to call police.
  • Investigators noted the area has strong surveillance and asked the public to provide tips to HPD Homicide at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS, with a reward of up to $5,000 available.