# Child Hit by Stray Bullet During July 4th | Houston News

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Podcast: [Houston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/houston-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458112)
Published: 2026-07-05T19:09:18+00:00
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A nine-year-old kid in Channelview was struck by a bullet Saturday night during July Fourth festivities—likely from celebratory gunfire near Bear Lake. The child is not in life-threatening condition, but the incident underscores the deadly risk of firing guns into the air. The family was relaxing in their backyard when the shot hit. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez is urging the community to come forward with any tips to help identify the shooter. If you saw or heard anything, contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers. This heartbreaking event serves as a sobering reminder: what seems like harmless fun can have devastating consequences. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c343b1f4e22c3c13

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