A good Samaritan reportedly helped the victim and called for help.

HOUSTON — A 17-year-old boy is recovering in the hospital after being shot in the back in southwest Houston Tuesday night, police say.

The shooting happened near the intersection of Renwick Drive and Glenmont Drive shortly before 9 p.m.

The Houston Police Department said the teen was walking down the street when he was hit in the back. 

A good Samaritan reportedly helped the victim and called for help. The teen was rushed to a hospital and is expected to be OK.

There’s no word on a suspect or motive in the shooting.

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