Man Fatally Shot at West Houston Motel After Argument; Suspect Claims Self-Defense

Deadly Shooting at Oyo Hotel

• 🎯 Investigators responded to a shooting at the Oyo Hotel in West Houston, located near the Katy Freeway and Highway 6.
• ⚡ The incident began around 5:30 p.m. with an argument between two men.

Suspect Surrenders and Claims Self-Defense

• 🏃 The gunman fled the scene after the shooting but later turned himself in to Sugar Land police.
• 🗣️ The suspect reportedly told authorities that he opened fire in self-defense.

Family Disputes Self-Defense Claim

• 💔 Family members of the deceased man expressed strong emotions, stating they do not believe the shooting was in self-defense.
• 👥 They also indicated that the two men did not know each other and that the victim was likely visiting someone at the motel.

Ongoing Investigation and Legal Proceedings

• 🔍 Detectives spent hours collecting evidence, reviewing surveillance footage, and interviewing witnesses.
• ⚖️ HPD detectives will present their findings to the district attorney's office to determine if charges will be filed.
• 📝 The names of those involved have not yet been released by police.