6 injured, gunman dead after Houston shooting spree

A gunman injured at least six people before being killed by police in Houston this morning

Insurance News

By Ryan Smith

At least six people have been injured after a gunman opened fire on commuters in Houston this morning, according to a Reuters report. The gunman was fatally shot by police.

The gunman fired 20 to 30 shots in the parking lot of a shopping center in the upscale Houston neighborhood of West University Place, according to Reuters. All of the victims were inside their vehicles when they were shot.

“Active shooter scene still active but contained. Suspect DOA,” the Houston Police Department tweeted.

Several victims suffered gunshot wounds to their extremities, Reuters reported. There were a couple of more serious injuries as well. The victims were transported to area hospitals, and the extent of their injuries was not immediately known.

There are no details so far on the identity of the gunman, Reuters reported.

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