A Houston father was fatally shot Saturday afternoon while attempting to recover his stolen truck, authorities said. The suspect, a repeat offender on probation, is facing multiple criminal charges.
Louis Erebia, 56, tracked his stolen Chevy Silverado using GPS and confronted the alleged thief, identified as London Hogan Sr. During the confrontation, Hogan allegedly shot Erebia. Erebia was transported to a local hospital but was pronounced dead. Another man was also shot in the incident but is expected to survive.
According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the confrontation unfolded when Erebia’s son was putting gas in the Silverado. Hogan allegedly pulled out a gun and took the vehicle. Using GPS tracking, Erebia and a friend located the stolen truck, leading to a confrontation in which Hogan fired multiple shots.
A collision reportedly disabled the stolen truck, and Hogan’s victims were confronted outside the vehicle. The sheriff’s office confirmed that Hogan was arrested and charged with murder, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon.
Hogan’s Criminal History
Hogan has a lengthy record, including:
- Nov. 12, 2023: Assault of a family/household member, deferred adjudication for five years
- Sept. 3, 2020: Felon in possession of a weapon — dismissed
- Sept. 3, 2020: Unauthorized use of a vehicle — dismissed
- Sept. 3, 2020: Possession of a controlled substance — dismissed
- Aug. 24, 2016: Possession of a controlled substance — guilty
- Oct. 15, 2015: Possession of a controlled substance — guilty
- Dec. 16, 2009: Burglary — guilty
During a Monday hearing, the judge noted Hogan’s ongoing probation under a five-year deferred adjudication and reminded him that murder is an SB9 offense.
Family Remembers Erebia
Adair’s relatives paid tribute on social media. Amber Burrough described Erebia as “a hero down to his very last breath” and a pillar of the community who helped others without hesitation.
“Louis died doing exactly what he did every day of his life—protecting others. He was a hero down to his very last breath. A pillar of our community, the backbone of our family, and a man whose selflessness impacted countless lives. Louis never hesitated to help those in need. He gave of himself freely and served others without question,” Burrough wrote.
Erebia’s death underscores ongoing concerns about violent crime and repeat offenders in Houston.