Two people shot, one killed in New Caney

NEW CANEY, Texas (KTRK) -- Montgomery County deputies are investigating a deadly double shooting in New Caney.

Deputies say a 19-year-old man called 911 saying he and his 20 year old friend had been shot. When officers arrived they say the caller's 20-year-old friend was dead.

The caller, the 19-year-old, was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

There were drugs found in the street so officers believe the shooting is drug related.

They are still searching for the suspects and have only a vague description.

"All we have right now is two Hispanic males, no vehicle. Detectives are canvassing the area right now, " Captain Bryan Carlisle, Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.

The shooting happened on Lantern Lane. Deputies say the victims do not live on this street but do live in the area.