Woman in Her 70s Killed in Deadly Home Invasion in Houston, Police Say
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A deadly shooting during a home invasion in Houston left a woman in her 70s dead on Monday morning, according to Houston Police Department investigators. Officers responded to the scene on Lockwood Drive, just north of Cavalcade Street, after receiving reports of gunfire inside a residence.
Police say two suspects forced their way into the home before the woman exchanged gunfire with them. During the shootout, the woman was struck and later died from her injuries. The suspects fled the neighborhood before officers arrived, and investigators are still working to identify them.
Authorities believe the intruders targeted the home, but the exact motive remains under investigation. Detectives canvassed the area, collected shell casings, and spoke with neighbors who reported hearing multiple shots. No additional injuries were reported.
Why It Matters
The fatal home invasion adds to a string of violent incidents in northeast Houston, raising renewed concerns about residential safety and emergency response coverage in the area. Police are urging residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity as investigators search for the individuals responsible.
What’s Next
Homicide detectives are reviewing surveillance footage from nearby properties and asking anyone with information to contact HPD or Crime Stoppers. Officials have not yet released details about potential suspects or a vehicle description.
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