HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – A 12-year-old girl was reportedly shot multiple times in a north Harris County neighborhood, and two 14-year-olds are now expected to face charges for their separate roles in the incident, according to authorities.
Deputies with Harris County Pct. 4 said a group of teens, including the 12-year-old victim, went to the 14-year-old boy’s home on Gripper Way in an attempt to confront him.
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The group of teens were sitting inside a stolen vehicle that was driven by a 14-year-old girl.
The teen, who reportedly feared for his life during the confrontation, said he grabbed a gun and shot into the back of the vehicle.
A 12-year-old girl who was in the backseat of that vehicle was shot in the abdomen and arm. The girl was taken to a hospital where she is expected to be OK.
After gunshots rang out, the 14-year-old driver reportedly drove partially off the roadway, striking a sign and a cable box. That’s when she ditched the stolen vehicle on a nearby street and fled on foot. She later called 911 for assistance.
The owner of the stolen vehicle was notified of the incident.
Deputies said charges were also filed against the 14-year-old driver for unauthorized use of a stolen vehicle.
The boy who allegedly fired the gun at the vehicle was detained by deputies for questioning. He is expected to face aggravated assault charges.