HOUSTON – KPRC 2 has learned that one of the two men shot during an incident inside a popular Upper Kirby restaurant is Ben Anthony Fields, also known as rapper NBA Ben10.
Family members confirmed the information to KPRC 2, telling us Fields is currently recovering in the hospital. Police have not officially confirmed his identity.
Officers responded to reports of a shooting around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday at Confessions, located in the 3200 block of Kirby Drive.
Investigators say the incident started as a confrontation inside the restaurant, where approximately 20 to 30 people were gathered, including customers and staff.
According to police, a group confronted a man and attempted to rob him of his chains. Authorities say that the struggle lasted nearly a minute before escalating into a larger fight.
At some point during the altercation, officers say the man was knocked to the ground and surrounded as multiple people joined in.
Police say that’s when the man pulled out a gun and began firing.
“Sometime during that part of the fight, our victim, who looked like he was being majorly assaulted by several people and getting his chains ripped off, he presents a pistol… and started shooting randomly,” said Lt. R. Wilkins with the Houston Police Department.
Two men were shot. One was shot multiple times in the torso, while the other was hit in the arms and legs. Both were transported to the hospital.
The restaurant sent the following statement regarding the shooting:
“Last night, between approximately 11:15 p.m. and 11:35 p.m., an altercation occurred involving a guest who was leaving the restaurant and a separate group arriving at Confessions for a birthday celebration.
As a result of the incident, two individuals were injured and transported to a local hospital, where they are currently receiving care. Our thoughts are with them, and we are hoping for their full recovery.
Confessions does not condone violence of any kind, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy for any behavior that compromises the safety and well-being of our guests and staff. Our restaurant has always been, and will continue to be, a place centered on celebration, connection, and great food.
We are actively reviewing the incident internally and with the Houston Police Department and working to strengthen our safety protocols and operational procedures to help ensure the continued protection of everyone who walks through our doors.
We appreciate the support and understanding of our community as we take the necessary steps to address this matter responsibly," said owner, Sterling Lewis.