Homicide investigation launched after man shot inside car near East Freeway

Homicide detectives are investigating after a man was found shot to death inside a vehicle in east Harris County early Sunday, authorities said.

Freeport Street homicide

What we know:

Harris County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a call in the 1100 block of Freeport Street, located near the East Freeway and Uvalde Road.

Upon arrival, responding units discovered an adult male inside a vehicle suffering from what appeared to be a gunshot wound.

The man was rushed by emergency personnel to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased, according to sheriff's officials.

Investigators have not yet released the identity of the victim or a motive for the shooting. Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) units and homicide detectives are processing the scene and interviewing potential witnesses.

What we don't know:

No suspect information or arrests have been announced, and the investigation remains ongoing.

The Source: Information in this article is from the Harris County Sheriff's Office.

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