Local Woman Shot Twice While Asleep by Fiancé in Houston
A disturbing incident unfolded in west Houston early Saturday morning when a woman was shot twice while sleeping, authorities said. The 911 call came in at around 3:30 a.m., prompting officers to rush to the scene at Brant Rock, where they found the victim with two non-life-threatening gunshot wounds to her legs and ankle.
According to eyewitnesses, the woman's fiancé is believed to be the suspect, who allegedly pulled the trigger while she was unconscious in bed. The Houston Police Department confirmed that the suspect, engaged to the victim at the time of the incident, was taken into custody following a brief investigation.
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, with officials stating they have no information on this matter. Despite suffering two serious gunshot wounds, the woman is currently stable and receiving medical treatment at a nearby hospital.
No official statements regarding the identities of the victim and suspect have been released yet by authorities. This shocking case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences that can result from domestic violence incidents.
A disturbing incident unfolded in west Houston early Saturday morning when a woman was shot twice while sleeping, authorities said. The 911 call came in at around 3:30 a.m., prompting officers to rush to the scene at Brant Rock, where they found the victim with two non-life-threatening gunshot wounds to her legs and ankle.
According to eyewitnesses, the woman's fiancé is believed to be the suspect, who allegedly pulled the trigger while she was unconscious in bed. The Houston Police Department confirmed that the suspect, engaged to the victim at the time of the incident, was taken into custody following a brief investigation.
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, with officials stating they have no information on this matter. Despite suffering two serious gunshot wounds, the woman is currently stable and receiving medical treatment at a nearby hospital.
No official statements regarding the identities of the victim and suspect have been released yet by authorities. This shocking case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences that can result from domestic violence incidents.