Man shot near Memorial Park seeks help at building, Houston police investigate
A 31-year-old man was shot near Memorial Park on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026 at about 10:30 p.m. and ran to a security guard at 55 Waugh Drive for help. The victim was shot to the side near his lower rib cage and was taken to the hospital; he did not see the shooting or know why he was shot.
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Earlier story. First reported Oct 28, 2026 at 9:11 am; added to this site Oct 29, 2026. Details may have changed since.
- When it happened
- Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, at about 10:30 p.m.
- Where
- 55 Waugh Drive, near Memorial Park, Houston
- First reported by an outlet
- Oct 28, 2026 at 9:11 am
- Reported by
- 1 outlet so far (not yet confirmed)
Taxes & money
None stated in sources.
Who's involved
The facts
- A 31-year-old man was shot to the side near his lower rib cage near Memorial Park on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026 at about 10:30 p.m.[1]
- The victim ran to a security guard at 55 Waugh Drive for help after being shot.[1]
- First responders took the victim to the hospital.[1]
- The victim did not see the shooting or know why he was shot.[1]
- HPD Lt. R. Willkens said the victim appears to be OK.[1]
- Police were canvassing the area to find the crime scene.[1]
Who said what
Sources
- News Center Man runs to security guard for help after saying he was shot at nearby park: HPD ABC13 Houston · Oct 28, 2026
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