Spring, Texas – A man has been charged with capital murder in connection with a June 2024 shooting that later turned fatal, authorities confirmed.
According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, detectives began investigating the shooting of 31-year-old Rashad Gumbs on June 26, 2024, in the 2700 block of Spring Dusk Lane in Spring. Gumbs was transported to a hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries a few days after the incident.
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said homicide detectives conducted a follow-up investigation that led to the identification of Ben Gage Jr., identified by authorities as suspect number 10-27-99, as a possible suspect in the case. Gage was subsequently charged with capital murder in the alleged robbery and shooting death of Gumbs.
According to the sheriff’s office, Gage is currently in custody at the Harris County Jail. Authorities said he was already jailed on a separate capital murder charge at the time of the latest filing.
Investigators have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the alleged robbery or what led to the shooting. Officials have also not disclosed whether additional suspects may be involved.
The case remains under investigation by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Division.
The 2700 block of Spring Dusk Lane is located in a residential area of Spring, a community north of Houston. Incidents in residential neighborhoods can impact nearby families and commuters who rely on local roadways and services.
Anyone with information related to the case is encouraged to contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
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