HOUSTON — A woman was critically hurt when a man shot her several times in a southwest Houston apartment Saturday morning, police say. The Houston Police Department said a 4-year-old girl was also grazed in the knee by shrapnel in the incident.
This happened at an apartment complex on Rampart Street near where the Westpark Tollway meets the Southwest Freeway.
Police said the man has been taken into custody. He's accused of shooting the woman in both legs, an arm and in her chest. She was taken to an area hospital in critical condition.
We don't yet know what led up to the shooting, but people in the area told KHOU 11 they heard yelling before shots rang out.
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.