Houston crime: Man accused of shooting his uncle following fight
HOUSTON - One man is facing charges after being accused of shooting his uncle early Sunday morning, authorities said.
22-year-old Eric Jackson is charged with aggravated assault of a family member.
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Authorities said they were called out to the 5900 block of Easter around 4:30 a.m.
When authorities arrived, they found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound, and he was later taken to the hospital.
Eric Dewayne Jackson
Authorities detained Jackson at the scene.
It was later learned that the victim was Jackson's uncle.
Officials said both men were involved in a fight when Jackson produced a firearm and shot the victim.
Jackson was taken to the Harris County Jail and booked.