UPDATE: A 33-year-old man has been charged in connection with the fatal attack of a homeless man in Houston. The incident occurred just after 1 p.m. Tuesday in front of a store located in the 10800 block of South Post Oak.
Authorities report that a 56-year-old homeless man was assaulted and later died at a nearby hospital. Witnesses say he was approached by the suspect, later identified as Mannly Dolphus, who knocked him to the ground. The suspect reportedly arrived in a silver sedan, indicating a targeted attack.
The Houston Police Department (HPD) has confirmed that there is no ongoing threat to the public. The victim was found unresponsive at the scene and succumbed to his injuries shortly after being transported to the hospital.
Dolphus has been charged with aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury, with additional charges pending as the victim’s cause of death is still under investigation by autopsy.
In light of this shocking incident, authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
As this story develops, it highlights the urgent need for community awareness surrounding violence against vulnerable populations, particularly the homeless. The identity of the victim has not yet been disclosed by officials.
Stay tuned for more updates as police continue their investigation into this tragic event.
