Fifth Ward neighbors find man shot to death outside after hearing gunfire

HOUSTON – Houston police are investigating a deadly shooting in the city’s Fifth Ward early Thursday morning.

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According to the Houston Police Department, officers responded just before 1 a.m. to the 1100 block of Sydnor Street after residents reported hearing several gunshots. When neighbors stepped outside to check, they found an unidentified man, believed to be in his 30s, lying on the ground.

He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where officials said he died from his injuries.

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Police said there were no known witnesses, aside from residents who reported hearing the gunfire. Detectives with HPD’s homicide division are now working to find out what led up to the shooting and who may be responsible.

Anyone with information is urged to call HPD or Crime Stoppers of Houston at 713-222-TIPS (8477).