Chris McClellan, a 36-year-old male from Houston, Texas, tragically died on April 14, 2020. He was shot dead by an unknown assailant while answering a knock at his door around 1:30 a.m. The incident occurred at an apartment complex in the 5600 block of Royal Palms Drive. The shooter managed to escape the scene, and the investigation into his death is ongoing.
Houston police have been investigating the case and have identified a potential suspect.
The suspect is believed to be the same person who shot two teenagers later that morning. The teenagers were shot as they fled a brawl inside the apartment complex courtyard, and two sisters are accused of encouraging the gunman to shoot them. The shooter remains at large, and the police are actively searching for him.
The investigation has led to several arrests and charges. Melandey Faniel, 26, and Joycelyn Faniel, 21, were charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon for their involvement in the incident with the teenagers. Additionally, Melki Albert, 21, was charged with deadly conduct and felony possession of a weapon for allegedly shooting toward apartments where people lived. The police are urging anyone with information about the shooter to come forward and contact Houston Crime Stoppers.
The case has garnered significant attention from the community and law enforcement, as they work to bring the perpetrator to justice and provide closure for Chris McClellan's family and friends. The investigation continues, and the police are hopeful that new leads will help them identify and apprehend the suspect responsible for Chris McClellan's death.
