17-year-old killing during robbery outside his apartment complex on T.C. Jester, deputies say

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- An investigation is underway after deputies say a 17-year-old was killed during a robbery in northwest Harris County on Sunday.

The video above is from a preliminary report.

The Harris County Sheriff's Office said 17-year-old Adolphus McKenzie was shot during a robbery outside his apartment complex on T.C. Jester around 9:30 p.m.

Sgt. Greg Pinkins said when deputies arrived at the complex, they found McKenzie with several gunshot wounds.

First responders pronounced him dead at the scene.

Investigators said neighbors reported hearing shots being fired and a vehicle speeding off but didn't witness the shooting.

In an update, deputies said a male with a gunshot wound was being treated at an urgent care facility nearby.

The sheriff's office said he was detained pending investigators' arrival, but authorities haven't released any information about a suspect at this time.

Homicide detectives said they're searching for video and say whether McKenzie knew his killer(s).

The case will be presented to a Harris County Grand Jury.

If you know anything about this case, authorities urge you to contact the Harris County Sheriff's Office at (713) 221-6000.

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