Moses Jonathan Gama, 21, of Spring, Texas, was shot and killed on May 21, 2023, during an attempted robbery in west Houston. Gama had driven to The Post Oak at Woodway apartments with his wife and 2-year-old son to complete a sale — he intended to buy a PlayStation console as a birthday gift for his child. After exiting the vehicle to meet the seller, he was confronted by individuals who attempted to rob him and was shot multiple times. His wife, who remained in the car, heard the gunfire and found him on the ground; Gama was taken to Ben Taub General Hospital and later died of his injuries.

Funeral services followed and family members described him as a kind, fun-loving person, an avid gamer and devoted father. Investigators later identified a juvenile suspect; on August 28, 2023 a 16-year-old surrendered and was charged with capital murder. Because of the suspect’s age, authorities have not released his identity or booking photos. The family emphasizes using safe, public locations for sales to avoid similar tragedies.

If anyone has information about the shooting or the events leading up to it, please come forward.