HOUSTON, TX – A family disturbance escalated into a shooting early Sunday morning in southwest Houston, leaving two men injured.
The incident occurred around 3:20 a.m. in the 8500 block of Cayton. According to Houston Police, a physical altercation broke out between two adult male family members. One family member assaulted the other, prompting the victim to act in self-defense by producing a firearm and shooting the suspect in the leg.
The suspect was treated on scene by Houston Fire Department personnel and transported to a local hospital in stable condition. The victim of the initial assault is also receiving medical treatment for his injuries.
Police recovered the firearm and have the suspect in custody.
If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.