HOUSTON — It was a violent weekend across the Houston area, as investigators were looking into more than a dozen shootings.
One of those shooting happened at a house party that was being held at an Airbnb property, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
HCSO says when they arrived at that scene in the 14000 block of Maximos Drive that people scattered. They say two people were shot. One was a 17-year-old who was hit in the buttocks. That person was alert and responding, according to the Harris Co. Sheriff's Office. The other was a 19-year-old, who was shot in the abdomen and taken to surgery.
According to the sheriff's office, a suspect vehicle was noticed and authorities gave chase. The suspects crashed and ran from the scene. As for the people in the car, the Harris County Sheriff's Office says it was three males. It's not clear if anyone was taken into custody.
Airbnb released the following statement on the shooting:
"Airbnb bans parties, and we are outraged at the reported violence and disrespect for community safety. We have suspended the booking guest’s account and deactivated the listing while we look into this incident, and we stand ready to support the Harris County Sheriff in their investigation."
The rise in crime has local leaders concerned.
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"It's almost like another pandemic on top of another pandemic," Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said.
"These are unbelievable times for Houston and Harris County,” said Crime-Stoppers of Houston CEO Rania Mankarious.
Drime-Stoppers has been busy educating people about how to protect themselves. Among their tips -- staying aware of what's around you, don't be too involved with your phone or have headphones on. Also park in well-lit and busy areas.