Houston man killed in shooting on Bertwood

Police are investigating a deadly shooting at a house in northeast Houston.

Police say a call from a neighbor prompted the response to the 9700 block of Bertwood around 7:30 a.m.

Houston police investigate a shooting on Bertwood.

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A man, in his 50s, was found dead inside of the home. He had a gunshot wound, officials say.

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Police were investigating at the scene for several hours. They have not released further information on what led up to the shooting but confirm that the man's death is being investigated as a homicide.

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