17-year-old shot in attempted carjacking at public park in north Harris County, deputies say

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- An investigation is underway after a teenager was shot at a public park in north Harris County on Wednesday.

The Harris County Sheriff's Office said shots were fired during an attempted carjacking at Gerber Park on Gaston Street.

Sgt. Robert Wade said a 17-year-old was shot four times in the chest.

The teen was able to drive himself to a parking lot at the corner of East Mount Houston and the Eastex Freeway, where he collapsed. People in the parking lot called 911.

Wade said the teenage victim is stable and undergoing surgery.

Authorities believe there are possibly two suspects and believe they will be making arrests soon.

Investigators are speaking with multiple witnesses.

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