Photo from the scene (Source: Houston Police Department)
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Houston police have identified a man who is accused of killing a woman and also shooting himself last week.
Rony Arnoldo Alvarado Amaya, 24, has been charged with murder in the death of 27-year-old Angelica Loredo. Amaya remains hospitalized.
Woman killed in Houston shooting
The backstory:
The shooting was reported on Thursday afternoon at an apartment on Gustine Lane near Sapling Way in far southwest Houston.
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Police say three children were in the apartment and heard their parents arguing in the next bedroom. They reportedly then heard a gunshot and ran next door to another family member’s house.
The relatives called police, who arrived to find the woman, Loredo, dead at the scene. Amaya also had a gunshot wound and was taken to the hospital in critical condition.
Police say Amaya shot himself and the woman.
If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Line for free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
CLICK HERE for the warning signs and risk factors of suicide and CLICK HERE for more on the 988 Lifeline.
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