Tragic Incident at Teen Pool Party
A pool party filled with teenagers at an east Harris County apartment complex turned deadly, resulting in the death of at least one teen and leaving two others seriously hurt. The incident occurred on Sunday, with deputies from the Harris County Sheriff’s Office being called to the scene just before midnight.
What Happened
According to Major McConnell with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, about 25-30 teenagers were hanging out for a pool party, possibly unsupervised, when several shooters fired into the crowd. The reasons behind the shooting are still unknown. At least six teens were detained, and a total of three teenagers were injured by the gunfire.
Victims and Injuries
One of the victims, a 17-year-old boy, was killed in the shooting. Two other teenagers, a 15-year-old boy and girl, were rushed to a hospital in serious condition. The male and female victims, both 15, are expected to survive and remain hospitalized in serious but stable condition. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez confirmed on social media that the hospitalized teens are in serious but stable condition.
Investigation
Officials are still in the early stages of the investigation and are urging residents to come forward if they have any information. They are combing through surveillance cameras and are seeking the help of the public to piece together what happened. "We’re going to need the help of the public," Major McConnell said. "If you were here, you know something? Your kid was here? Please give us a call."
Eyewitness Account
A woman who lived in the apartment complex and wished to remain anonymous described the chaos she witnessed. She had just gotten home from work when she heard the gunshots. "I hear like 15 gunshots, I ran downstairs, see kids running everywhere. People running into the gym door splashing glass everywhere. When I came out, I saw two girls in the corner. One shot in the head, I don’t know where the other one was shot," she said. She also saw the teenage boy who was shot asking for help, but unfortunately, it was too late.
Pool Party Rules
The woman who witnessed the incident stated that the pool party should not have happened in the first place. The pool is private, and only residents are allowed to enter the gate. The party was also violating the rules, as the pool closes at 10 pm. "They definitely were violating the rules, the pool is private, only people that live here can get inside the gate," she said.
Conclusion
The tragic incident at the teen pool party is a reminder of the importance of safety and supervision. The investigation is ongoing, and officials are urging anyone with information to come forward. The community is left to mourn the loss of a young life and to hope for the recovery of the injured teenagers. As the investigation continues, it is essential to remember the value of life and the importance of taking steps to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
