The Houston Police Department has finally released video footage of the Lakewood Church shooting, a tragic incident that unfolded on February 11. The footage, which is nearly 25 minutes long, includes segments from both security cameras and three separate bodycam recordings. Let’s delve into the details:
The Incident:
- On that fateful day, Genesse Ivonne Moreno, aged 36, entered the west hallways of Lakewood Church with her 7-year-old son, Samuel Moreno-Carranza.
- After a brief off-screen moment, Moreno began to open fire with an AR-15.
- Two off-duty officers, a Houston police officer and a Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission agent, swiftly returned fire.
The Standoff:
- During the intense standoff, Moreno shouted at the officers to “stop shooting” and claimed to have a bomb in her bag. She threatened to “blow up the whole f-king place.”
- Tragically, it remains unclear whether the responding officers or Moreno herself was responsible for shooting her own son. The investigation continues.
- In the newly-released video, Moreno can be heard yelling, “You killed my son,” repeatedly asking for help before she is eventually shot and killed.
- Ongoing Investigation:
- HPD Chief Troy Finner emphasized that there are still unanswered questions, and this remains an active investigation.
Please note that this is a developing story, and authorities are diligently examining all aspects of this tragic incident. Our thoughts go out to the victims and their families during this difficult time.