UPDATE: A 33-year-old suspect, identified as Mannly Dolphus, has been charged with aggravated assault following the tragic death of a 56-year-old homeless man in Houston. This incident unfolded just after 1 p.m. on Tuesday in front of a store located in the 10800 block of South Post Oak.
Authorities report that the attack was targeted. Eyewitnesses described a shocking scene as the victim was approached and violently knocked to the ground by the assailant, who arrived in a silver sedan. Officers found the man unresponsive and quickly transported him to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Houston Police Department officials confirmed that further charges are pending as the cause of death is still under investigation, awaiting autopsy results. They emphasized that there is currently no ongoing threat to public safety.
In light of these developments, authorities are urging anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS. The identity of the victim has not yet been released.
This brutal attack highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the homeless community in Houston, raising urgent questions about safety and support for vulnerable populations. The incident is developing, and the Houston community is urged to remain vigilant.
Stay tuned for more updates as this situation unfolds.
