“21-year-old charged with murder in deadly shooting at pool party: HPD”

A man has been charged with murder in connection with a deadly shooting at a pool party in a west Houston neighborhood near the Galleria area. The incident occurred last month and resulted in the death of 23-year-old Jesus Hall.

According to Houston police, Kendrick Thomas, a 21-year-old suspect, is accused of killing Hall on Fairdale Lane. The shooting occurred when two individuals started firing at each other during an argument. Hall, who was caught in the crossfire, attempted to flee the scene but collapsed and was pronounced dead.

After the shots were fired, everyone scattered, either running or driving away from the scene. However, further investigation led to the identification of Thomas as a suspect in the case. He was subsequently charged with murder on Thursday.

It is important to note that Thomas was already in jail for an unrelated incident at the time he was charged with murder.

This incident highlights the prevalence of gun violence in Houston and the devastating consequences it can have on individuals and communities. It serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing the root causes of violence and investing in measures to prevent such incidents from occurring in the first place.

The Houston Police Department is working diligently to bring justice to the victims and their families and to ensure the safety of the community. It is crucial for witnesses and anyone with information related to the incident to come forward and cooperate with law enforcement to assist in the investigation.

As the case progresses, updates will be provided, and the community will hopefully find some solace in knowing that the perpetrator has been apprehended and will face the consequences of his actions..