23-Year-Old Succumbs to Gunfire in Heated Dispute in Braeburn Area Over a Loud Vehicle

Houston police have confirmed the death of a 23-year-old man, Richar Torres Gomez, who was critically injured in a shooting incident that occurred on January 11 (around 8:05 am) at 9707 South Gessner Road in the Braeburn area.

The victim and another male were involved in an argument with an unknown suspect over a loud vehicle. The situation escalated when the suspect produced a firearm and shot both men. Emergency services responded, transporting one victim, Richar Torres Gomez, to Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center in critical condition.

Despite the efforts of medical professionals, Gomez succumbed to his injuries, and doctors pronounced him deceased on Saturday, January 13. The second male, a 19-year-old, sustained gunshot wounds but is expected to survive after being transported to an area hospital.

As of now, there is no available description of the suspect involved in the shooting.

The Houston Police Department Homicide Division is urging anyone with information related to this case to contact them at 713-308-3600. Individuals can also provide anonymous tips by reaching out to Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.