October 11, 2024 - The fatal shooting of a robbery suspect at 10085 Westpark Drive about 6:45 a.m. on Thursday (October 10) will be referred to a Harris County grand jury.

The identity of the deceased male suspect is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

The male shooter, 58, was not injured.

HPD Homicide Division Sergeant C. Duncan and Detective V. Nguyen reported:

HPD patrol officers responded to a shooting call in a business parking lot at the above address and observed a male with at least one gunshot wound. Paramedics transported the male to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

A preliminary investigation and witness statements determined the male robbed another male at gunpoint. During the robbery, gunfire was exchanged and the suspect was struck. The shooter, who remained at the scene, was not struck by the gunfire.

The Harris County District Attorney's Office was contacted and it was determined the case would be reviewed by a grand jury.