4 Teens Shot At Houston Area Apartment Complex

HOUSTON, TX — Police are investigating a shooting at a north Houston apartment complex that left four children injured.

The shooting was reported shortly before 11 p.m. in the 500 block of Cypress Station, police said. (Want to get daily updates about traffic news and other events going on in your area? Sign up for the free Houston Patch morning newsletter.)

Investigators said a group of children ranging in age from 12 to 16-years old were outside the apartment complex and were arguing among themselves when someone pulled out a gun and started shooting, KPRC reported.

A 16-year old girl was shot in the face, and was still in emergency surgery early Monday.

She is listed in critical condition.

Investigators said that witness reported hearing as many as 10 gunshots.

A 13-year old was shot in the hand, a 12-year old was wounded in the head, and a 15-year old was shot in the shoulder, KTRK reported.

Two of the children were taken to Hermann Medical Center, one was taken to Hermann Woodlands and the fourth was taken to Hermann Northwest.

None of those injuries were considered life threatening, officials said.

Police are looking for the shooter.

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