A Bandlon Drive fatal shooting in Houston will be referred to a Harris County grand jury, according to police. The shooting happened about 1:10 p.m. on June 12 at 11511 Bandlon Drive.
Houston police said the deceased male’s identity is pending notification of family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
Bandlon Drive Fatal Shooting Under Investigation
HPD patrol officers responded to a shooting call at the Bandlon Drive address. When officers arrived, they found a male in a ditch.
Police said the male had suffered at least one gunshot wound. Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene.
The Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division is investigating the case. Sergeant M. Brady and Detectives W. Elliott and D. Hobson are assigned to the investigation.
Police Say Fight Happened Before Shooting
According to investigators, officers located the shooter and another individual at the scene. Both remained at the location and spoke with police.
Police said the shooter and the other individual stated there had been a physical fight with the male before the shooting. HPD said both individuals provided statements and cooperated with investigators.
No additional details about the fight were released. Police also did not release information about whether any charges had been filed.
Case Will Go Before Grand Jury
After consulting with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, investigators determined the case would be referred to a Harris County grand jury.
A grand jury reviews evidence and decides whether a criminal charge should move forward. The referral does not determine guilt or innocence.
The case remains under investigation by HPD homicide detectives.
HPD Asks Public for Information
Anyone with information about the Bandlon Drive fatal shooting is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600.
Community tips can help investigators confirm the timeline and identify any additional witnesses. Police have not released further information about the case.