Shooting by other person-intentional · Gunshot wounds
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Lowe's Home Improvement Store, 1000 Gulf Center Mall, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77087
on — Gunshot wounds, affecting the abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
Final narrative
At approximately 11:30 AM, an unidentified male attempted to exit the store carrying a power tool combination kit without paying. An employee approached the man and grabbed the merchandise. The man quickly pulled a firearm and shot the employee in the abdomen. The employee was hospitalized.
HospitalizedAbdomen, except internal location of diseases or disordersRobber
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