A man is in critical condition after being shot during a dispute outside a lounge in southwest Houston Monday night, according to the Houston Police Department.
Police said officers responded to a shooting around 10:15 p.m. Oct. 19 in the 6200 block of Bellaire Boulevard, in front of Costa Lounge VIP.
According to investigators, the shooting stemmed from an argument between two groups over ownership of the lounge. During the argument, one man pulled out a gun and shot the other man once, police said.
The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition.
Investigators said a man with blood on his shirt was seen helping the victim after the shooting.
The suspect is described as a heavyset Hispanic man who left the scene in a black Ford Raptor pickup truck, according to police. No firearms were recovered at the scene.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Houston Police Department.
