Man dies after being shot trying to force way into ex’s home in north Harris County

The sheriff’s office said the ex-boyfriend had kicked down the front door of the apartment where the woman, her son and other family members lived.

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A 24-year-old man fatally shot his mother’s 49-year-old ex-boyfriend who was trying to force his way into their apartment early Thursday morning, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

This happened around 1 a.m. on West Village Drive, which is off Hamill Road near the Eastex Freeway in north Harris County.

The sheriff’s office said the ex-boyfriend had kicked down the front door of the apartment where the woman, her son and other family members lived. After kicking down the door, HCSO said the man attempted to assault the woman’s son, who responded by shooting the man twice. HCSO said the shooting was done in self-defense.

The man was taken to an area hospital where he died.

The case will be referred to a grand jury to determine whether any charges will be filed against the shooter.

Witnesses told HCSO the ex-boyfriend’s behavior had become aggressive and concerning leading up to the incident.