Houston Tragedy: 25-Year-Old Woman Shot by Ex at Child’s Birthday Party, Suspect on the Run
Jalen Easterling, 25, was fatally shot by her ex-boyfriend during their child’s birthday party in Houston. The suspect is on the run.
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A birthday party in Houston, Texas, turned into a tragedy when 25-year-old Jalen Easterling was fatally shot by her ex-boyfriend during their 6-year-old child’s celebration.
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The incident occurred on Thursday, September 12, as Easterling hosted the event with her new boyfriend.
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According to witnesses, a heated argument broke out when the child’s father unexpectedly arrived. The altercation quickly escalated, and shots were fired, killing Easterling in front of her children and partner. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Neighbor Felicia Adams described the terrifying moment, stating that her family ducked for cover as the shots rang out. "My heart dropped. I was terrified. It sounded like it was coming into my house," Adams told KHOU.
Houston Police revealed that there had been previous disputes over child custody involving the residence.
The shooter fled in a white Chevrolet Tahoe and is still at large. Lt. R. Willkens, leading the investigation, expressed confidence that the suspect would soon be apprehended. "If he's smart, he’ll turn himself in," Willkens said.
Residents of the neighborhood remain in shock, while police continue their search for the fugitive.
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