Two Texas Teens Found Shot in Suspected Murder-Suicide Attempt, Police Say
Police say preliminary information suggests a 17-year-old shot his 15-year-old friend before turning the gun on himself.
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Two Texas teenagers were found with gunshot wounds to their heads early Tuesday in what investigators believe may have been an attempted murder-suicide, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. The teens, who have not been identified, are both in critical condition. KHOU 11 News reports that the 15-year-old and 17-year-old boys were friends, and they had apparently been listening to music together when family members reported hearing gunshots. The 17-year-old is said to have been staying at the 15-year-old’s home. HCSO Sgt. Gregory Pinkins was quoted telling the news outlet the older teen appeared to have shot the 15-year-old before turning the gun on himself. No further details were immediately available.
If you or a loved one are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
Preliminary: this incident may involve an attempted murder-suicide. HCSO Investigators & CSI responded to the scene, follow-up investigation is underway. #HouNews 2/2
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) August 2, 2022
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