HOUSTON, Texas — Authorities continue their search for the driver responsible for a fatal road rage incident that claimed the life of 17-year-old Louise Wilson from Whitney, Texas, over the weekend in downtown Houston.
During a press conference on Wednesday, Detective Calab Bowling of the Houston Police Department provided additional details regarding the tragic shooting. Wilson, accompanied by two male passengers, was driving southbound on the Pierce Elevated section of I-45 around 1 a.m. last Sunday when witnesses reported that she inadvertently cut off another driver.
Subsequently, the unidentified driver approached the driver's side of Wilson's car and opened fire, fatally striking Wilson multiple times. One of the male passengers also sustained a gunshot wound during the incident.
Despite being wounded, Wilson managed to navigate her vehicle to the side of the road before succumbing to her injuries. Detective Bowling remarked, "She was able to break and get over to the side. Her last act, most likely saving the lives of the two males and anyone else on the freeway."
Wilson's father, Daniel Wilson, expressed pride in his daughter's actions, stating, "She ended up dying a hero." He recounted that despite being shot through her heart, Louise safely maneuvered the car to protect those inside and other motorists.
The injured male passenger was transported to the hospital for treatment and is expected to recover.
Law enforcement officials described the suspect as driving a newer model black four-door sedan. Authorities urge anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
The tragic incident has highlighted the devastating consequences of road rage, leaving a community mourning the loss of a young life and praising the bravery displayed in the face of danger.
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