December 23, 2020 - Houston police are investigating the apparent accidental shooting of a woman at 131 Wellington Street about 1 p.m. on Tuesday (December 22).  

The victim, Laura Natalya Rodriguez, 19, was pronounced dead at the scene.  

HPD Homicide Division Sergeants M. Casso and M. Brady reported:  

HPD patrol officers responded to a shooting call at the residence at the above address and found Ms. Rodriguez deceased with a gunshot wound to the neck.  

A preliminary investigation indicated Rodriguez's relative, who also lives at the residence, accidentally discharged a firearm he was handling and fatally shot her.  

No charges have been filed at this time, as the investigation is continuing.  

Anyone with information in this case is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600.