Houston, TX – September 24, 2024: A violent altercation at a gas station in the 9900 block of Bissonnet Street early Monday morning has left a man in his 20s fighting for his life. The Houston Police Department (HPD) and Houston Fire Department (HFD) responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 12:50 a.m. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the neck.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the victim got into an argument with another individual at the gas pumps, which quickly escalated into a physical confrontation. A woman, who attempted to intervene, allegedly shot the man during the dispute.
The victim was rushed to a local trauma center, where he remains in critical condition. The other individuals involved fled the scene in a vehicle. Police are actively investigating the incident and are seeking the suspects. No further details have been released at this time.
Anyone with information is urged to contact HPD or Crime Stoppers.