Charles David Stepp Jr., 34, was shot to death at a motel off the North Freeway in Spring, Texas, on October 10, 2021. Born July 19, 1987, in South Williamson, Kentucky, he was the son of Charles Pete Stepp and Ersie Marie Stepp and is remembered by family and friends as a brother, uncle, and caring presence.

Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies found Stepp at the motel and the death was investigated as a homicide. Investigators reported limited immediate witnesses and evidentiary challenges; despite active leads, no arrests or suspects have been publicly identified and the investigation remains open.

The family asked that memorial contributions be made to Hatfield Funeral Chapel or a Crime Victims Compensation Fund. If anyone has information about the shooting at the North Freeway-area motel on October 10, 2021, please come forward with tips for investigators.