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18-year-old charged in deadly teen shooting now accused of fatal Midtown incident
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk Briahn Hawkins , as published by FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the incidents and charges against Velasquez are available from local news sources, including FOX 26 Houston.
A local 18-year-old is facing charges in connection with two separate deadly shootings. The incidents occurred in different time frames, with one happening earlier this year and the other last year. The individual, identified as Jefferson Velasquez, is accused of fatally shooting a man outside a nightclub in the Midtown area.
Records indicate that Velasquez is also charged in another deadly shooting incident. Further details about the incidents and charges against Velasquez are available from local news sources, including FOX 26 Houston.
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Category: local Published: July 29, 2026 Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local Reading time: 1 min
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