HOUSTON, TEXAS
— A quiet backyard memorial for a family pet turned violent early Thursday morning when a man was
shot in the torso
during a dispute with a neighbor, according to local authorities.
The unusual incident occurred around
12:30 a.m.
, as the man and his younger brother were conducting a
funeral service for their pet guinea pig
, which had recently passed away. The family had gathered in their backyard for the burial when an argument reportedly broke out with a nearby resident.
Sudden Dispute Turns Violent
During the emotionally charged moment, the neighbor
pulled a gun
and opened fire,
striking the man in the torso
while his younger brother watched in horror. Emergency responders rushed the victim to a nearby hospital, where he was reported to be in
stable condition
, according to
FOX 26
.
Police quickly swarmed the scene with
riot shields and heavy-duty gear
, securing the area around the home where the gunfire originated.
It remains unclear what sparked the argument, and whether the pet burial played any role in the neighbor’s actions.
Victim Expected to Recover
Officials confirmed that the victim is expected to survive his injuries. There has been no public confirmation yet regarding arrests or charges, and the investigation remains ongoing.
As for the guinea pig, it is not known whether the family was able to complete the burial following the shooting.
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