Father dies from 'medical episode' after his son shoots brother to death inside home, police say

TEXAS CITY, Texas (KTRK) -- A father is dead after suffering a medical episode right after his teen son accidentally shot his brother inside a home in Texas City, according to police.

Texas City police responded to the shooting call in the 300 block of 10th Avenue North at about 1:20 a.m. Monday.

Upon arrival, authorities found the victim dead and identified him as 17-year-old Joshua Gonzalez.

Police say that the victim's 15-year-old brother accidentally discharged a firearm, resulting in the shooting death of Joshua Gonzalez.

Officials say the victim's father, Julian Gonzalez, died from a medical episode while performing life-saving measures.

According to authorities, the 15-year-old was questioned by detectives and has been released pending an investigation.

Law enforcement says there is no immediate threat to public safety, and an investigation is ongoing.