By Trendsetter Tribune 
Houston woke to shocking news Monday morning after a deadly home invasion in the northeast part of the city claimed the life of a woman in her 70s.
According to Houston Police Department, two masked suspects broke into a home on the 4000 block of Lockwood Drive around 1:50 a.m. The elderly homeowner confronted the intruders and exchanged gunfire with them. Both suspects were struck and transported to local hospitals—one in critical condition, the other stable—but tragically, the woman was fatally shot during the confrontation. Police have not released the names of the victim or the suspects as the investigation continues.
Lt. J.P. Horelica of HPD told reporters, “The homeowner is an elderly, late-70s female, and she exchanged gunfire with both suspects. She struck both suspects, and they were both transported to area hospitals.”
This incident underscores the risks homeowners face when confronted with armed intruders, particularly in residential areas. Houston has seen a rising number of home-invasion reports in recent months, sparking discussions about safety, self-defense, and the availability of emergency response resources.
Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact HPD as the investigation into the deadly confrontation continues. While the community mourns the loss of the elderly woman, the event also raises renewed attention on the importance of neighborhood vigilance and personal safety measures.