Houston, Texas

From the Houston Chronicle of November 27, 2005

Suspect killed during alleged robbery

An apparent armed robber was killed early Sunday while fighting with his victim at a north Houston apartment complex, police said.

The victim was in his truck at the complex in the 100 block of Northpoint when he was approached about 3:30 a.m. by the assailant, who tried to rob him, Houston police said. Both men were shot during the struggle.

The suspected robber was struck in the head and died at the scene. The victim was shot in the abdomen and groin area. He was taken to an area hospital. His condition was unknown.