Northwest Houston, January 5, 2026
A shooting incident in Northwest Houston on Sunday resulted in a man being wounded and a subsequent two-hour standoff with law enforcement. The incident occurred during an argument between two former neighbors, leading to the suspect barricading himself in a nearby home. After a standoff that lasted approximately two hours, the suspect surrendered without further incident. The victim sustained a leg injury but is expected to recover.
Houston
A man was arrested in Northwest Houston on Sunday, January 4, following a shooting incident that wounded another man and led to a two-hour standoff with law enforcement.
The incident began around 1 a.m. on Blankenship Drive and Bingle Road when an argument broke out between two former neighbors. One individual was picking up his belongings when the other man shot him in the leg. The victim sustained injuries but is expected to recover.
Following the shooting, the suspected shooter barricaded himself inside a nearby home and refused to cooperate with authorities. Law enforcement established a perimeter, and a standoff ensued, lasting approximately two hours. The suspect eventually surrendered and was taken into custody around 3 a.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
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When did the incident occur?
The incident occurred on Sunday, January 4, starting around 1 a.m.
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Where did the incident occur?
The incident occurred on Blankenship Drive and Bingle Road in Northwest Houston.
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What happened?
A man was arrested after shooting another man in the leg during an argument, which led to a two-hour standoff with authorities.
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How long did the standoff last?
The standoff lasted approximately two hours.
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Was anyone injured?
One man was shot in the leg and is expected to recover.
Key Incident Details
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Northwest Houston (Blankenship Drive and Bingle Road) |
| Date | Sunday, January 4 |
| Start Time | Approximately 1 a.m. |
| Event | Argument, shooting, and standoff |
| Injuries | One man shot in the leg (expected to recover) |
| Outcome | Man arrested |
| Standoff Duration | Approximately two hours |
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