West Houston Shooting: Victim Critically Injured After Crashing into Pole

Early Morning Shooting Incident

• 🚨 A shooting call was received by westside officers shortly after 1:00 am in the 6600 block of West Houston Parkway.
• 🔍 Officers initially responded to a nearby gas station where they discovered shell casings, indicating an altercation.

Victim's Condition and Transport

• 🚗 The victim reportedly drove away from the initial scene and subsequently crashed into a pole in a nearby parking lot.
• 🤕 Upon arrival at the crash site, officers found the driver with a gunshot wound to the neck.
• 🏥 Emergency Medical Services transported the victim to a local hospital, where they are currently in critical condition.

Ongoing Investigation

• ❓ The circumstances leading to the shooting are currently unknown.
• 🕵️ The Major Assaults Division has been notified and is investigating the incident.