Four Arrested for Murder After Man Shot Dead at Pearland Apartment Complex Following Disturbance

PEARLAND, Texas — Four people have been arrested and charged with murder following a deadly shooting at a Pearland apartment complex early Sunday morning, November 1, 2026, after a disturbance involving a man and his ex-girlfriend escalated into gunfire.

The victim, identified as Shane Chambers, 35, was shot and killed outside an apartment in the 2400 block of Business Center Drive in Brazoria County.

According to the Pearland Police Department, officers were dispatched to the apartment complex at approximately 4:56 a.m. following reports of a disturbance near the pool area and shots being fired.

While responding, officers learned that a vehicle carrying individuals believed to be involved in the shooting was attempting to leave the area.

Police located the vehicle, conducted a high-risk traffic stop and detained all four occupants.

Two Men Jumped From Second-Story Balcony During Disturbance

According to preliminary findings, Jamica Delance Scott, 32, arrived at an apartment where his former girlfriend lived and became involved in a disturbance.

During the confrontation, two men inside the apartment attempted to escape by jumping from a second-story balcony.

Investigators said Scott subsequently went downstairs and, at some point, fired a gun, striking Chambers.

Scott then entered a vehicle and attempted to leave the scene, according to police.

Officers arriving at the apartment complex found Chambers suffering from a gunshot wound and immediately began lifesaving measures.

Despite their efforts, Chambers died at the scene.

Four Suspects Face Murder and Burglary Charges

Following the shooting, Pearland police investigators consulted with the Brazoria County District Attorney’s Office.

All four people detained during the traffic stop were subsequently arrested and charged in connection with Chambers’ death.

Jamica Delance Scott, 32, faces three charges:

• First-degree felony murder in the commission of a felony
• Third-degree felony unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon within five years of release
• First-degree felony burglary of a habitation with intent to commit a felony other than theft

Jamon Delance Scott, 30, faces the same three charges, including murder as a party to the offense.

James Undra Cooper Jr., 35, also faces charges of felony murder, unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon within five years of release, and burglary of a habitation with intent to commit a felony other than theft.

Shanel Janaye Carter, 32, faces two first-degree felony charges:

• Murder in the commission of a felony, as a party to the offense
• Burglary of a habitation with intent to commit a felony other than theft

Police identified Jamon Scott, Cooper and Carter as parties to the murder offense based on their suspected involvement.

The investigation remains active and ongoing.