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HOUSTON - An investigation is underway after two people were shot at a restaurant in the Upper Kirby area on Wednesday night, the Houston Police Department said.
2 shot at Confessions restaurant
What we know:
Lieutenant R. Willkens was at the scene of the shooting which happened at a restaurant on Kirby Drive near Colquitt Street around 11:30 p.m.
Officers who responded to the 911 call got to the business and saw two men were shot in critical condition. One man was shot multiple times in his torso and the second victim was shot multiple times in his arms and legs.
According to Lt. Willkens, the shooting suspect had a confrontation with a couple of guys who were allegedly trying to rob him of his chains. At some point, several other people joined the fight and the group of guys appeared to be beating the victim badly.
The victim pulled a pistol out from somewhere and started shooting randomly into the crowd, hitting the two men mentioned before.
After the shooting, police say the suspected shooter left the restaurant.
What they're saying:
The owner of Confessions, Sterling Lewis, provided FOX 26 with this statement:
Last night, between approximately 11:15 p.m. and 11:35 p.m., an altercation occurred involving a guest who was leaving the restaurant and a separate group arriving at Confessions for a birthday celebration.
As a result of the incident, two individuals were injured and transported to a local hospital, where they are currently receiving care. Our thoughts are with them, and we are hoping for their full recovery.
Confessions does not condone violence of any kind, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy for any behavior that compromises the safety and well-being of our guests and staff. Our restaurant has always been, and will continue to be, a place centered on celebration, connection, and great food.
We are actively reviewing the incident internally and with the Houston Police Department and working to strengthen our safety protocols and operational procedures to help ensure the continued protection of everyone who walks through our doors.
We appreciate the support and understanding of our community as we take the necessary steps to address this matter responsibly.
What we don't know:
It is not confirmed if the two men shot were part of the group beating the victim or were trying to take the suspected shooter's chains.
The Source: Houston Police Department Lt. Willkens