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Two people injured in shooting at block party in NE Houston

HOUSTON - Two people were shot at a block party in northeast Houston Sunday evening, according to Houston Police.

The shooting happened around 8:15 p.m. at the party held in the 3400 block of Liberty Road. Police say the party was for rapper J Prince Jr.'s birthday.

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One man who was shot several times was taken to the hospital in critical condition. A woman was also grazed by a bullet, police said. The bullet grazed her neck and she was taken to the hospital in stable condition.

RAW VIDEO: Shooting at block party in NE Houston and HPD media briefing

Another rapper, Slim Thug, apparently attended the party Sunday and posted video to Instagram of hundreds of people in the streets earlier that evening.

No other injuries were reported. At this time it is unclear what led to the shooting.

Police say the suspect is still at large at this time. During a media briefing held late Sunday night, officers said they do not have a description on the suspect.

Pull up to the block party now. It’s up! #MobTies #5thWard

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This is a developing story and we will provide more information as it becomes available.

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