HOUSTON – Houston police are investigating a deadly shooting and crash reported around 4 a.m. Sunday near Wheatley and Marcolin Streets in north Houston.
Officers responding to a call from a nearby resident found a Hispanic man in his 20s dead outside a home. Investigators said he appears to have died from a gunshot wound, and two shell casings were found near his body. The medical examiner is still working to confirm the cause of death.
A homeowner told officers he heard gunfire, followed immediately by a crash, then went outside and found the man in the front yard. Police believe the shooting happened on Wheatley Street and said there are no known witnesses.
A white car was seen near the scene; investigators said there were no bullet holes on it, but they believe it may be connected to the crash that was reported.
The HPD Homicide Division is investigating the incident.
KPRC 2 is working to learn more about a potential suspect.
Anyone with information or surveillance video should contact the HPD Homicide Division at (713) 308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at (713) 222-TIPS.