HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A woman shot her estranged common-law husband to death after he reportedly forced his way into an Atascocita-area home with a gun early Tuesday morning, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
This happened around 1 a.m. on Woodlace Drive in the Atascocita Forest neighborhood in northeast Harris County.
Gonzalez said there had been several police reports made in the days leading up to the shooting about the situation. Early Tuesday morning, the man is accused of kicking in the back door to the home and trying to get inside. The sheriff said the man had a handgun during the incident.
The woman was detained at the scene and cooperated with law enforcement, according to Gonzalez. He said no charges are expected to be filed and the case will be presented to a grand jury.
Resources for victims of domestic or family violence
Domestic and family violence cases in the Houston area have increased at an alarming rate. Victims often suffer in silence because they feel scared, helpless or ashamed.
If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, here are some discreet ways to reach out for help.
The Houston Area Women’s Center has a 24-hour hotline for victims of domestic violence at 713-528-2121 or 1-800-256-0551.
The Family Time Crisis Center can also be reached 24 hours a day at 281-446-2615.
The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE (7233).
Crisis Text Line: Text START to 88788.
