HOUSTON – A 3-year-old boy who was in critical condition after being shot Thursday evening has died, the Houston Police Department announced Wednesday.
According to HPD, the victim, who has been identified as Aiden Solomon, was pronounced dead by doctors on Sunday.
UPDATE: Sadly, doctors pronounced the victim, 3-year-old Aiden Solomon, deceased on Sunday (July 2).
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) July 5, 2023
HPD homicide detectives are continuing the investigation into the circumstances of the shooting.#HouNews https://t.co/o9Pf0q34MF
Officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 3500 block of Ozark Street around 5 p.m.
Officers said a total of six people were inside the home at the time of the shooting, three adults and three toddlers.
Investigators said they were told Aiden was alone in the living room when a gunshot was heard, but they’re working to determine the exact whereabouts of everyone inside the home at the time of the shooting.
Police said the adults who were in the home could face charges. HPD homicide detectives are continuing the investigation to determine the exact circumstances of the shooting.