Victim’s brother charged with murder in deadly southeast Houston shooting HPD says several weapons were involved; suspect ran but was later taken into custody
HOUSTON – Guillermo Hernandez, Jr. is currently being held in the Harris County Jail.
According to court documents, he shot and killed Luis Hernandez during a dispute at his home on Craigmont Street near Telephone Road.
Officers responded to a family disturbance call at the location Saturday night around 8 p.m.
Investigators said an argument turned into an altercation in which both brothers produced weapons and struggled over them.
Guillermo Hernandez, Jr. is due in court Monday morning for his preliminary appearance.
He has an extensive criminal history including burglary and assault convictions.
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