HOUSTON, TX – A chaotic night unfolded on the southwest side of Houston, leaving one person dead and another carjacked, as a suspect remains at large. The series of events began near the Southwest Freeway and Wilcrest Drive, where investigators have been piecing together the details of a violent crime spree.
The initial incident occurred at the intersection of West Bellfort Avenue and the Southwest Freeway frontage road. A suspect, driving a gray Dodge Charger, collided with a Toyota Prius. Following the crash, the suspect fled on foot, leading to a series of violent encounters.
Houston police report that the suspect attempted to carjack a motorist driving a red car at the intersection of Wilcrest Drive. The suspect shot the driver multiple times, resulting in a fatality. The victim managed to drive a short distance before crashing into a pole near a gas station. The driver was transported to Ben Taub Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Despite the tragic outcome, the suspect’s rampage was not over. He proceeded to successfully carjack another vehicle, an Audi SUV, at the same intersection. Cell phone footage captured the moment the second victim relinquished their car and fled the scene, allowing the suspect to escape in the stolen Audi.
The motives behind the suspect’s actions remain unclear. Houston police are exploring the possibility that the suspect may have been fleeing due to outstanding warrants or was under the influence of substances. The vehicle initially abandoned by the suspect is being examined for potential evidence.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the suspect or the incidents to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers. As the investigation continues, the community remains on edge, hoping for a swift resolution to this violent episode.