HOUSTON – Two investigations are underway after a person was pronounced deceased in north Harris County on Friday.
Harris County: Purple Oak Drive investigations
What we all know:
Shortly after midnight on Friday, Harris County officers say an “unknown medical emergency name” was made within the 16700 block of Purple Oak Drive.
Allegedly, somebody said that an individual within the woods close by wanted assist.
At 10 a.m., deputies had been known as to the scene a few deceased particular person. They had been reportedly led to a homeless encampment close to the woods the place they discovered 66-year-old Mark Hamilton.
Officers say Hamilton was pronounced deceased on the scene, and he “confirmed apparent indicators of extreme trauma.”
Detectives consider Hamilton lived on the encampment, and so they’re trying to establish anybody else dwelling there to get a greater understanding of the sufferer’s demise.
Authorities say the preliminary response to this scene can also be beneath assessment.
What we do not know:
Officers say it is unclear what accidents led to Hamilton’s demise.
It is also not clear if the medical name and the deceased particular person name are linked.
There isn’t a details about any potential suspects.
What you are able to do:
Anybody with info can name one of many following companies:
- Harris Co. Sheriff’s Workplace Murder Unit: 713-274-9100
- Crime Stoppers: 713-222-TIPS (8477)
The Supply: Harris County Sheriff’s Workplace.
