Man accidentally shot, killed by friend, police say

HOUSTON – Houston police said a man accidentally shot and killed his friend inside an apartment in Briarforest. 

Investigators said four people were looking at hunting equipment inside an apartment on South Dairy Ashford and Briar Forest. 

One man was holding a semi-automatic weapon when it went off. Police are investigating the death as an accident.

The three others in the apartment are being detained for questioning. 

Officials said the case will likely be referred to a grand jury.