SPRING, Texas – A man and a woman were found dead inside a residential complex Sunday morning in north Harris County, and a male suspect has been detained, authorities said.
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Double fatal shooting
What we know:
Deputies with the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office initially responded to a call regarding a weapons disturbance at a complex near the 2500 block of FM 2920 Road, near the intersection of Spring Cypress Road and Ella Boulevard, at the Saxon Pond Flats apartment complex.
When they arrived, deputies found an adult male and an adult female victim. Both had suffered apparent gunshot wounds and were confirmed dead at the scene.
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One male suspect was quickly located and detained by constable deputies.
What’s next:
While the initial response was handled by Precinct 4 deputies, homicide detectives with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are responding to take over the primary investigation.
Authorities have advised residents to expect a heavy law enforcement presence in the area as the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the double fatal shooting remains active and ongoing.
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