Woman Shot in SE Houston Drive-By

Victim hospitalized in stable condition as police search for suspect

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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A woman was hospitalized after being shot in a drive-by shooting early Monday morning in southeast Houston, according to the Houston Police Department. Officers responded to reports of the shooting around 5:30 a.m. in the 7600 block of McHenry Street, where they found the female victim with a gunshot wound. She was transported to a nearby hospital and is currently listed in stable condition.

Why it matters

Drive-by shootings are an ongoing public safety concern in many urban areas, often involving innocent bystanders. This incident highlights the need for increased community engagement, crime prevention efforts, and support for victims of gun violence in southeast Houston neighborhoods.

The details

Police said the shooting appears to be a drive-by, but there is no suspect information available at this time. Detectives are reviewing home surveillance video in the area in hopes of identifying a possible suspect vehicle or person involved. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers.

  • The shooting occurred around 5:30 a.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026.

The players

Houston Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the drive-by shooting incident.

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What’s next

Detectives will continue reviewing surveillance footage and canvassing the neighborhood for potential witnesses or leads that could help identify a suspect in the drive-by shooting.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges of gun violence and public safety in certain Houston neighborhoods, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive, community-based approach to address the root causes and prevent such senseless acts of violence.