Diontre Barnes, a 21-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on April 19, 2022, in Cypress, Texas. The incident occurred around 2 p.m. at the intersection of Rustic Lake Lane and Fry Road. Diontre was found dead inside a gray Dodge Challenger, having suffered fatal gunshot wounds. The Harris County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene and initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
According to reports, Diontre Barnes was in the
vehicle with four other individuals when the shooting took place. The group was approached by a light-colored SUV, from which an unknown assailant fired multiple shots at them. The shooting is believed to have occurred in a nearby neighborhood, specifically in the 19700 block of Swan Valley Drive, before the vehicle was driven to the location where Diontre was found. The four other individuals in the car were not injured and were taken in for questioning by homicide investigators.
The investigation revealed that the shooting was not a case of road rage but was believed to be gang-related. The Harris County Sheriff's Office Homicide Unit has been actively seeking information from the public to aid in solving the case. Diontre's family expressed their frustration and grief, particularly over the fact that his friends did not drive him directly to the hospital, which they believe could have potentially saved his life.
An arrest was made in connection with the shooting. Percy Nixon, a 17-year-old male, was taken into custody by the Harris County Sheriff's Office. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities continue to seek any additional information that could lead to further arrests or provide more clarity on the events that led to Diontre Barnes' untimely death. The community and Diontre's family remain hopeful for justice and closure in this tragic case.
