A 10-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot while playing a game of “ding-dong ditch” with friends in southeast Houston, according to police.

Shooting Details

The incident happened just after 11 p.m. Saturday near the 9700 block of Rancine, according to our news partner ABC13 Houston. Police said the child and his friends knocked on a door on Mimbrough when a man came out and opened fire, striking the boy multiple times.

Arrest Made

The suspect eventually surrendered after officers used a bullhorn to order him out of the house. Police said a woman and young child were also inside at the time but were moved to safety.

Child’s Condition

A family member rushed the 10-year-old to the hospital. His condition remains critical.

Ongoing Investigation

Houston police have not released further details, including whether anyone else was injured. The investigation is still active.

For more on this tragic shooting, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine and ABC13 Houston’s Brianna Willis.