Girlfriend finds victim dead in south Houston, police say

HOUSTON – An investigation is underway after someone was found dead by his girlfriend near Houston’s Medical Center area, police say.

Houston crime: Girlfriend finds victim dead

What we know:

Police responded to a shooting call at about 9 p.m. Saturday around the 7400 block of North Main Street.

According to Houston Police Lieutenant Khan, the victim was on a FaceTime call with his girlfriend while seated at a bus stop.

While on the call, another male approached the victim, and they had a “friendly conversation.” Police say the victim then suddenly started running, and the call got quiet.

The girlfriend tracked his location via iPhone, then found her boyfriend deceased, lying in a grassy area nearby.

What we don’t know:

No one involved has been identified at this time.

There is no information on any suspects.

What you can do:

Anyone with information about this incident can call one of the following agencies:

  • HPD Homicide Division: 713-308-3600
  • Crime Stoppers: 713-222-TIPS (8477)

The Source: OnScene and Houston Police

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