Update: Bellaire Police release second statement 1/15

The sixteen-year-old Bellaire High School shooting suspect is in custody and has been charged with manslaughter. As more evidence is obtained, that charge could be upgraded. He has been transferred to the Harris County Juvenile Probation Center. The victim is a 19-year-old Bellaire High School senior.

The handgun has not been recovered, and the suspect may have discarded it upon fleeing the area. Officers conducted a search but were unable to locate it. A request for assistance from the residents living near Bellaire High School was sent asking residents to notify Bellaire Police immediately if they should find what appears to be a handgun on their property.

Detailed information concerning the shooting was not released immediately by the Bellaire Police Department to avoid hindering the investigation and ensure the safe capture of the suspect in a timely manner.

Inquiries regarding the school shooting may also be directed to the Houston Independent School District Media Relations Office.

The investigation is ongoing, and additional information will be released as we can and is appropriate. Thank you.

Update: Bellaire Police release statement:

On January 14, 2020, at 4:00 PM, City of Bellaire Police received a 911 call of a shooting at Bellaire High School, 5100 Maple Bellaire, Texas. The 911 operator was told that one student was shot and the person who did the shooting ran away. Bellaire Officers arrived and began searching for the suspect assisted by Houston ISD Police, and West University Police. It was soon learned the suspect had left the area. Officers continued to search the school to ensure the safety and security of students.

The victim died at the hospital, and the victim’s family was notified. Bellaire Police are conducting the investigation into the shooting.

At 7:38 PM on January 14, 2020, the Bellaire Police arrested the suspect and a second person in connection with this case. No additional information will be released at this time.

Update: The suspect is in custody and school is cancelled Wednesday.

“This is an important update message for the Bellaire High School community from Principal Michael McDonough. The Bellaire Police Department and HISD Police have informed us that a suspect has been arrested in connection with the tragic death of a student.  We are cancelling classes for students at Bellaire tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15. However, staff members are asked to report to campus on Wednesday. Once again, Bellaire High School students will not have class tomorrow. Students should report to school on Thursday, January 16.”

Sad Update: The student has died  

From the City of Bellaire:

There has been a shooting at Bellaire High School. The suspect is still at large. Please avoid the area and/or remain in your home until you receive further information from the City of Bellaire.

KHOU reports a student was shot in the chest.

https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/student-rushed-to-the-hospital-from-bellaire-hs-after-being-shot/285-b8cfd73e-f781-4dcd-9ad7-e7efa6d574e5