19 Years Old Teen Killed During Basketball Game Fight In Humble

In Humble, a 19-year-old individual was fatally shot following a violent altercation that erupted during a pickup basketball game in a gated community, according to deputies.

According to family members, the victim has been identified as Christian Cotton.

According to deputies, at approximately 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Cotton was engaged in a game of basketball with friends at a basketball court located in the 1000 block of Park Lanes Canyon Terrace.

According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office investigators, the alleged shooter is a teenager who was acquainted with Cotton. According to deputies, the suspect has been questioned, but as of now, no charges have been filed.

Cotton was raised by his grandmother after his mother passed away several years ago. ABC13 exclusively spoke with Keyumma Archie, a family friend who has known Cotton for multiple years, and who spoke on behalf of the family.

According to Archie, the individual possessed a beautiful spirit and a charming smile. According to sources, there is a sentiment that he will be missed.

According to initial reports, investigators are currently working to gather more information about a possible motive behind the shooting. However, deputies have indicated that bullying may have played a role in the incident.

Archie expressed his opinion, stating that he believes that they do not comprehend the potential outcomes and aftermath. According to the speaker, changing the lives of the victim’s family also results in a change in one’s own life.

Archie reported that Cotton was attempting to improve his life trajectory. According to official records, in 2021, he was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, despite still being on probation for the same offense.

According to Archie, the individual in question was a mere infant. Many of them don’t survive to rectify their mistakes, despite occasionally facing consequences for their actions. The individual was attempting to accomplish that task. An attempt was made to locate a GED program for him. According to the source, he exhibited a kind and defensive demeanor. According to the source, if he loved you, it was apparent. According to sources, he exhibited a high level of loyalty.

As per the sheriff’s office, the number of murders reported this year has reached 48, excluding those that occurred within the city. According to the data, there has been a 27% decrease in comparison to the previous year. According to officials, there appears to be a pattern of teenagers and young adults being implicated in these violent offenses.

According to Archie, over the years, she has taken in other teenagers. She also mentioned facing challenges in finding the appropriate resources to support them throughout their journey.

The individual has been in communication with various mentorship programs for their children. The organization either had a full roster of volunteers or was experiencing a shortage. According to her statement, “It takes a village to raise these kids.”

The One Safe Houston initiative, spearheaded by Mayor Sylvester Turner, is a multi-million dollar effort aimed at combating crime in the region. One of its key components is the implementation of programs designed to assist young people, such as Hire Houston Youth. According to Archie, there is still a significant amount of work that needs to be accomplished.

Archie suggested that there should be more programs to keep them occupied. According to the user, there are summer programs that offer jobs. The individual believes that it should be accessible to a broader range of people. Residents of Humble may not necessarily be financially well-off, which could result in some children not meeting the eligibility criteria for certain programs.