The shooting happened Thursday in the 3900 block of Summit Valley Drive. The sheriff said the man was doing work at a home when he was confronted by an unknown man, who then shot him.
The repairman was taken to a hospital by Lifeflight and was pronounced dead.
According to Gonzalez, the suspect fled the scene and an active search is ongoing. The suspect is described as a Black man with large Afro-hair. He was wearing red sweatpants, a black T-shirt and fled on foot.
The reason behind the shooting is unknown at this time.
Anyone with information is urged to call authorities at 713-222-TIPS (8477) or 713-221-6000.
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