Man accused of involvement in killing Elsik HS teen wanted

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Police are searching for a man they believe is involved in the killing of 16-year-old Elsik High School sophomore Mareja Pratt, who was shot and killed down the street from her home.

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Kenny Charles Garrett, who is charged with two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and one count of murder, according to court records.

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According to court documents filed by an HPD officer, surveillance video from the 10800 block of Sharpview Drive where the incident occurred showed Garrett exiting a red Chrysler 200, discharging his weapon and then leaving with others in the same car.

Police said Mareja was shot in what her sisters called a family feud that escalated.

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The sisters said their family member initiated a meeting to confront the feud. They told ABC13 they did expect to fight but did not expect the gunfire.

Once arrested, Garrett's bond will be set at $250,000, according to court documents.