Shooting victim found dead in dumpster in west Houston, police say
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HOUSTON – Someone found a shooting victim dead in a dumpster Wednesday morning in west Houston, authorities say.
Houston police said someone found the body in the 7200 block of Harwin Drive about 10:20 a.m.
KPRC 2 is working to confirm more information and will bring it to you as it is made available.
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