A dispute between roommates in North Harris County ended in the fatal shooting of 52-year-old Kelvin Jones on the evening of Friday, January 9, 2026. Deputies responding to a Thornwilde Park Lane residence found Jones’ body in the garage; he had been shot and died at the scene.

Authorities identified the roommate as Jonah McQueen, who was taken into custody at the scene. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says the two men had been in a heated argument and that McQueen allegedly shot Jones in the back. McQueen was arrested, booked into the Harris County Jail, and charged with murder; the investigation is ongoing and no motive has been released.

Jones was a realtor in the community, remembered by friends and colleagues as dedicated and helpful to clients, especially those with limited options. If anyone knew Kelvin or has information about the events that night, please come forward to assist the investigation.