Man charged in deadly gas station shooting in north Harris County

Albert Williams, 34, confessed to killing 49-year-old Glenn Grey at a Houston gas station

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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A 34-year-old man named Albert Williams has been charged with murder after confessing to shooting and killing 49-year-old Glenn Grey at a gas station in north Harris County, Texas. Harris County Sheriff's deputies said they were on the scene when they learned Williams had been taken to a hospital with multiple gunshot wounds.

Why it matters

Gun violence and deadly altercations at gas stations are an ongoing public safety concern in the Houston area, with the region seeing a rise in such incidents in recent years. This case highlights the need for improved security measures and conflict de-escalation training for gas station employees.

The details

According to investigators, Albert Williams, 34, confessed to shooting and killing 49-year-old Glenn Grey at a gas station in the 11900 block of Bammel North Houston on Friday. Harris County Sheriff's deputies said they were already on the scene when they learned Williams had been taken to a hospital with multiple gunshot wounds.

  • The incident occurred on Friday, February 22, 2026.

The players

Albert Williams

A 34-year-old man who has been charged with murder for the shooting death of Glenn Grey.

Glenn Grey

A 49-year-old man who was shot and killed by Albert Williams at a gas station in north Harris County.

Harris County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency investigating the deadly shooting at the gas station.

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What’s next

Albert Williams is currently in custody at the Harris County Jail and is awaiting trial for the murder of Glenn Grey.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for improved safety and security measures at gas stations in the Houston area to prevent future acts of violence and protect both employees and customers.