Suspect Arrested in Fatal Shooting at Sunnyside Area Convenience Store

Houston police have arrested 21-year-old Zariah Nicole Green, charged with murder in connection to a fatal shooting on Friday, December 20, 2024, at approximately 6:05 p.m. at a convenience store located at 3135 Akard Street.

Officers arrived at the scene to find a 21-year-old male victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to Ben Taub General Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The victim’s identity is pending notification of family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

Through further investigation, Green was identified as the suspect and was located nearby. After speaking with her, officers consulted with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, and a murder charge was accepted. Green was subsequently booked into the Harris County Jail.