2 men dead from apparent murder-suicide at NW Harris Co. commercial center parking lot, deputies say

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- Two men were found shot to death Friday night from what appears to be a murder-suicide in northwest Harris County, deputies said.

Sheriff Ed Gonzalez with HCSO said two men were found dead at a commercial center parking lot at 4750 FM 1960 W. near Veterans Memorial Drive.

The sheriff said the motive for the shooting is unknown.

He later elaborated that the victim and suspect may be tied to a nearby furniture store and that the two may be a manager and an employee.

A semi-automatic pistol was recovered at the scene, and the sheriff believes there isn't a threat to the public.

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