Homicide Investigation: 17-Year-Old Male Shot to Death in Richmond, Texas

Accident – Death – Obituary News : RICHMOND, TX — A tragic incident unfolded on the evening of Sunday, October 29, 2023, as Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Deputies responded to a distress call regarding a shooting at a convenience store parking lot located in the 8600 block of FM 1464 Rd in Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas. The incident, which resulted in a homicide and aggravated assault investigation, claimed the life of a 17-year-old male while an adult female sustained gunshot injuries.

Upon arrival at the scene, law enforcement officials discovered the lifeless body of the young male victim, who had succumbed to his injuries inflicted by a gunshot. Additionally, they found an injured adult female who had also been shot. The preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect vehicle approached the victims’ car, and the assailant opened fire on both victims before fleeing the scene.

The wounded female victim was immediately rushed to the Houston Medical Center, where she received medical treatment for her injuries. Her current condition remains undisclosed.

As the investigation into this harrowing incident unfolds, authorities have identified one of the suspects involved as Jahlil Rainey, a 19-year-old male from Houston, Texas. Rainey was apprehended on October 31, 2023, on a Murder Warrant, with a bond set at $750,000.

Law enforcement agencies are urging anyone with information regarding the identities of the other individuals involved in this heinous crime to come forward and contact Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers, Inc. at 281-342-TIPS (8477). Valuable information leading to the arrest and filing of charges against the suspect(s) could potentially earn the informant a reward of up to $5,000. It is important to note that all calls made to Crime Stoppers will remain strictly confidential.

For those who prefer to submit tips online, they can do so by visiting the Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers website at [http://www.fortbend.crimestoppersweb.com/](http://www.fortbend.crimestoppersweb.com/). Additionally, individuals can also stay updated by visiting the Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers Facebook page at [https://www.facebook.com/fortbendcountycrimestoppers/](https://www.facebook.com/fortbendcountycrimestoppers/).

This unfortunate incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for vigilance and community cooperation in ensuring public safety. Authorities are determined to bring the culprits to justice and provide closure to the grieving families affected by this senseless act of violence..