BREAKING: A suspect has been charged in the tragic death of a homeless man following a brutal attack outside a Houston store. The incident occurred at approximately 1 p.m. on October 17, 2023, in the 10800 block of South Post Oak.
Houston Police Department officials report that a 56-year-old man was assaulted in a targeted attack, leaving him critically injured. Eyewitnesses say the victim was approached and violently knocked to the ground by a man who arrived at the scene in a silver sedan. First responders found the victim unresponsive and rushed him to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities have identified the suspect as 33-year-old Mannly Dolphus, who has been charged with aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury. Additional charges are expected as the victim’s cause of death is pending an autopsy. Police have emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the public related to this incident.
The Houston Police Department is actively investigating and encourages anyone with information to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
This shocking event underscores the vulnerabilities faced by homeless individuals within the community. As the investigation unfolds, the local community is urged to remain vigilant and supportive of those in need.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as authorities work to bring justice to the victim and his loved ones.
