An 11-year-old boy was fatally shot while participating in a ding-dong ditch game in Houston, prompting murder charges against a local homeowner. The boy was reportedly shot in the back after ringing the doorbell and running away. As investigations continue, witnesses have described the tense moments before the shooting. Authorities allege that the suspect waited for the children to return. This incident has sparked conversations about childhood pranks and their potential dangers, highlighting the tragic consequences of a game that many remember fondly. The Harris County District Attorney has confirmed that charges against the suspect will be upgraded as the case develops.