KATY, Texas – Deputies are now investigating an apparent murder-suicide after a woman was found dead, believed to have been shot and killed by her husband at a Katy home on Halloween night.
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According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the deadly encounter took place in the 3150 block of Upland Spring Trace around 11 p.m. Tuesday.
Investigators said when they arrived, they located the body of a 35-year-old woman outside of the residence.
HCSO Sgt. Pinkins said the woman had just arrived home from work when she was reportedly murdered.
Following the shooting, Pinkins said the man then forced his way into the home where he stabbed a 25-year-old female. At this time, it is unclear what the relationship is between the couple and that woman.
The woman who was stabbed was said to have been taken to the hospital and has since been released.
Additionally, investigators believe three children were inside the residence during the deadly shooting. It is unclear if those children belong to the woman who was killed.
After the shooting and the stabbing, the estranged husband reportedly fled the scene. He was later found dead with a self-inflicting gunshot wound to the head.
An investigation is now underway.
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