HPD seeks public's help in finding gunman accused of killing man in N. Houston motel parking lot

Friday, May 13, 2022
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Houston Crime Stoppers is asking for the public's help in finding Kenneth Compton's murderer.

Compton, 43, was shot and killed in the parking lot of a motel in the 7500 block of the Eastex Freeway on Monday, April 11, around 4:20 p.m.
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Houston police said the suspect, who was wearing a black mask, black hoodie and dark gray pants, entered the parking lot on foot and shot Compton multiple times.

HPD released a surveillance photo of the suspect.



The gunman then fled the location in an unknown direction. Police said further investigation indicated that the suspect got into a possible dark-colored GMC Acadia, with a gray Chrysler 200 following behind.



Compton was taken to a nearby hospital, where he died from his injuries several days later.
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Investigators said there was no known motive for the shooting.

Now, Compton's family is requesting the community's help in identifying the suspect.

Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the charging and/or arrest of the suspect(s) in this case. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. Only tips and calls directly to Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.

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