Edris Edris, a 24-year-old male of Ethiopian descent, tragically lost his life on October 11, 2016, in Houston, Texas. The incident occurred in Fort Bend County, where Edris Edris, along with his stepmother Sofya Ali, 33, were fatally shot by Ali Edris, 58, who then turned the gun on himself. The attack took place at their home on Aliso Canyon Lane around 8:30 PM. Edris Edris would have turned 25 the following day.
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, but it is believed that Ali Edris, the father, was responsible for the deaths before committing suicide.
The investigation revealed that Edris Edris and Sofya Ali died from apparent gunshot wounds. Ali Edris, who also suffered gunshot wounds, was transported to Hermann Memorial in the Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. The only survivor of the tragic incident was an 8-year-old boy, who ran to a neighbor's house for help after witnessing the shootings. The boy, who was not harmed, is now in the custody of distant relatives.
Neighbors and friends described the family as friendly but reserved. They were originally from Ethiopia and had kept to themselves. The community was left in shock and disbelief, struggling to understand the motive behind the tragic event. Authorities removed a handgun from the home and confirmed that they were not looking for any additional suspects. The investigation into the motive continues, but no further details have been released.
Edris Edris had survived cancer as a child and was about to start a new job in the Texas Medical Center. His untimely death left the community mourning the loss of a young man who had overcome significant challenges in his life. The incident has left a lasting impact on the neighborhood, with residents expressing their sorrow and fear for the well-being of the surviving child.
