Child Shot While Traveling in Minivan in Northwest Harris County
A 12-year-old was shot while inside a family minivan in northwest Harris County.

Houston, TX, September 26, 2026 —
A 12-year-old child was shot on Tuesday while inside a family minivan in northwest Harris County. The incident occurred while the vehicle was in motion.
Details regarding the circumstances of the shooting, including the exact time and location within northwest Harris County, were not immediately available. Information concerning the identity of the child, their current condition, or the identity of the shooter has also not been publicly disclosed.
The Sheriff’s Office has stated that an investigation into the shooting is underway. Authorities are seeking any information from the public that may assist in their investigation. Specifics about whether the child was the intended target or if the shooting was a result of a random act have not been released.
The lack of further information means that the sequence of events leading to the shooting, the type of weapon used, and the exact area of injury for the child are currently unknown. Officials are expected to release more details as the investigation progresses.
The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
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