Uncle shoots nephew to death in north Houston, HPD says

HOUSTON – A man is dead after being shot by his uncle in north Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.

Officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 4400 block of Terry Street around 6:28 p.m.

Police said the victim, who was the shooter’s nephew, had previously made threats prior to the shooting.

When the nephew arrived at his uncle’s home, the uncle grabbed his gun and shot him multiple times for fear of his life.

Paramedics arrived at the scene and pronounced the nephew dead at the scene.

According to HPD Lt. Larry Crowson, the uncle cooperated with authorities after the shooting and was taken into custody.

Police said the case will be referred to a grand jury.