Four Charged in Houston Nightclub Shooting

Emergency response at Bugs Bar in Houston after a mass shooting

Houston, February 13, 2026

In a significant development, four individuals have been charged in connection with a mass shooting outside Bugs Bar in Houston, Texas. The shooting occurred when a drive-by attack resulted in two fatalities, including the nightclub owner, and left fifteen others injured. Among those charged are Curvis Lenton and Jessie Alfred, while the identities of the other two suspects remain undisclosed. The community is responding to the alarming incident that has heightened safety concerns in the area.

Houston, Texas – Four individuals have been charged in connection with a mass shooting that took place outside a nightclub in July 2025, resulting in two fatalities and injuries to fifteen other people. The recent charges mark a significant development in the investigation into the violent incident that occurred over a year ago.

Recent Developments in Nightclub Shooting

The charges were announced recently, bringing forward legal action against those allegedly responsible for the shooting. Among those charged are Curvis Lenton, 24, and Jessie Alfred, 20. The identity of the other two individuals charged has not been publicly disclosed. These charges follow an extensive investigation into the events of that night.

Details of the 2025 Incident

The shooting erupted on July 14, 2025, outside a establishment identified as Bugs Bar on Dixie Drive in southeast Houston. The incident, characterized as a drive-by shooting, caused widespread alarm in the community. One of the victims killed was the owner of the nightclub. Initially, law enforcement had reported seven individuals shot, with at least two fatalities, before confirming the final count of two dead and fifteen injured. Authorities had previously released images of a suspect as part of their ongoing efforts to apprehend those involved in the attack.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many individuals have been charged in connection with the July 2025 Houston nightclub shooting?
Four individuals have been charged in connection with a mass shooting that took place outside a nightclub in July 2025.

When did the mass shooting outside the Houston nightclub occur?
The shooting erupted on July 14, 2025, outside an establishment identified as Bugs Bar on Dixie Drive in southeast Houston.

How many people were killed and injured in the Houston nightclub shooting?
The shooting resulted in two fatalities and injuries to fifteen other people.

Who are some of the individuals charged in the Houston nightclub shooting?
Among those charged are Curvis Lenton, 24, and Jessie Alfred, 20.

What type of incident was the Houston nightclub shooting?
The incident was characterized as a drive-by shooting.

Key Details of the Houston Nightclub Shooting

Detail Information
Location Southeast Houston, outside Bugs Bar on Dixie Drive
Date of Incident July 14, 2025
Fatalities 2
Injuries 15
Nature of Incident Drive-by shooting
Number of Charged Individuals 4
Named Charged Individuals Curvis Lenton (24), Jessie Alfred (20)

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