Teen Killed During Attempted Robbery at Cloverleaf Area Apartment Complex

HARRIS COUNTY, TX — A 17-year-old was shot and killed Thursday afternoon during what investigators believe was an attempted robbery at an apartment complex in east Harris County.

On February 5, 2026, at approximately 4:52 p.m., deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office District 3 patrol responded to a report of a shooting in progress at 250 Uvalde Road.

When deputies arrived, they found 17-year-old Jayden Ford lying on the ground inside the apartment complex suffering from a gunshot wound. EMS transported Ford to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.

Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators began a preliminary investigation and learned that Ford had been visiting other teens at the complex when a suspect approached. The suspect, described as armed with a pistol and wearing a hoodie and mask, allegedly shot Ford during an attempted robbery.

Witnesses reported seeing the suspect and several teens flee the scene on foot. A dark-colored vehicle was also seen leaving the area shortly after the shooting.

Robbery is believed to be the motive, and investigators are continuing to follow up on leads.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit at (713) 274-9100 or Houston Crime Stoppers at (713) 222-TIPS (8477).