Crime Stoppers offering reward for 17-year-old accused of fatally shooting friend

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Wednesday, April 3, 2019
Reward offered for 17-year-old accused of fatal shooting
Authorities are offering a reward for a 17-year-old accused of fatally shooting his friend.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Authorities are offering a reward for a 17-year-old accused of fatally shooting his friend.

Gabriel Rangel is wanted for manslaughter.

Police say Rangel was playing with a gun on March 13 at the Red Roof Inn along US-290. The gun went off, killing his friend. The victim was then left at a nearby hospital. If you know where Rangel is, call Crime Stoppers at (713) 222-TIPS.

Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of Rangel.

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