Two gang members in critical condition after shootout, police say

Two men are in critical condition after a shootout on Hillcroft, Houston police say.

HOUSTON - Two gang members are in critical condition after a shootout in southwest Houston early Tuesday morning.

It happened just after 2 a.m. in the 6600 block of Hillcroft St.

Officers responded to the shooting call and found the two men suffering from gunshot wounds.

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They were taken in critical condition to local hospitals, where they were undergoing surgery at last check.

Police say both men were in a shootout with another suspect, who is still unknown.

Investigators determined one of the men just got out of prison two days ago and is a documented gang member.

The shooting is still under investigation.