On November 12, 2023, 28-year-old Leslie Jerome Lee III was fatally shot in Houston, Texas. The incident occurred in the early morning hours in the 700 block of West Little York Road. According to the Houston Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire and found Lee with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite efforts to provide medical assistance, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators believe that Lee was targeted in a robbery attempt.
Witnesses reported seeing a dark-colored sedan fleeing the area shortly after the shooting. Surveillance footage from nearby businesses captured images of the vehicle, which authorities are using to identify the suspects. The Houston Police Department has appealed to the public for information that could lead to the identification and arrest of those responsible.
As of December 27, 2024, there have been no public reports of arrests or suspects in connection with Lee's death. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities continue to seek assistance from the community to solve the case. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Houston Police Department's Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers.
