HOUSTON, Texas — An 8-year-old girl was shot inside her home in Houston on Monday night at approximately 9:15 p.m.
The girl’s family was at home during the incident and immediately contacted emergency services. Paramedics responded to the scene, and the girl was taken to the hospital with gunshot injuries, though her condition has not been disclosed.
Witnesses reported hearing gunshots, which led to the evacuation of the Little League field located nearby. The evacuation was carried out as a precaution due to safety concerns for children and parents present at the field at the time.
Houston police are actively investigating the incident. Authorities have not released details on a possible motive for the shooting. Police are interviewing witnesses and reviewing surveillance footage from the area. They are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist with the investigation.
In the wake of the shooting, the Little League games have been suspended temporarily. The investigation continues as authorities work to identify and apprehend the suspect responsible for the shooting.