Mother Accused of Shooting 15-Year-Old After Teen Fight at North Harris County Apartments
Prosecutors are assessing potential charges, including self-defense.
Overview
- The 15-year-old was taken to a hospital and was in stable condition, a Harris County sheriff’s sergeant said.
- The shooting occurred near 15414 Kuykendahl Road in the Cypress area on Monday night, according to officials.
- Deputies were called to the scene around 8:30 p.m. after an earlier fight among teens at about 6:30 p.m., Sgt. Freder Munoz said.
- Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said preliminary information indicates a group of juveniles were fighting when a mother arrived and allegedly opened fire, striking the teen once.
- Several people were detained at the scene as the district attorney’s office reviews whether charges are appropriate.