Deputies say that the shooting happened at the Montecello on Cranbrook Apartments in the 13900 block of Ella Boulevard. Upon arrival, deputies said they found the man in the parking lot suffering from at least one gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said. In a release early Saturday, investigators identified the man killed as Omar Acevedo.
According to HCSO, initial information indicates that the victim, the alleged shooter, and an unknown third person were together talking before the conversation escalated into a shooting. Authorities said children were playing in the nearby playground and "a lot of people (were) in the area" when the multiple shots were fired.
Law enforcement said the investigation remains ongoing as officials interview witnesses and seek possible security video of the incident. Detectives added they are working on identifying the suspect and a motive for the shooting.
Authorities said anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff's Office Homicide Unit at (713) 274-9100 or Houston Crime Stoppers at (713) 222-TIPS (8477).