More than 100 wild animals have turned up dead or injured in Missouri City's Sienna neighborhood since early 2024, residents say.

Missouri City police and Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Wardens are investigating the reports in the Arbor subdivision. Neighbors told KHOU 11, which first reported the story Thursday, Sept. 24, that the animals include squirrels, doves, cardinals, blue jays, turkey vultures and other birds. Residents told the station they believe the animals are being intentionally shot.

No suspect has been identified.

One longtime resident, who asked to remain anonymous because of safety concerns for his family, told KHOU 11 he has lived in the neighborhood for nearly a decade. He said the area's wildlife was one of the reasons his family chose to move there.

"I'm worried about a pet, an animal, a kid, somebody … we just want it to stop," the resident said. He added that schools sit nearby and children regularly walk through the neighborhood, raising the risk that an errant projectile could strike a person or pet.

KHOU 11 reporter Michelle Choi observed what residents believe was a dead heron lying in a home's gutter during her visit. Neighbors said the bird had been there for several days. Residents also shared surveillance video recorded within the past month that captured several popping sounds they believe are connected to the animal deaths.

The anonymous resident described a Dec. 12, 2025, incident in which he and children returning from school heard what they believed were shots as a group of turkey vultures scattered nearby. Missouri City police responded, but no charges resulted. Records the resident provided to KHOU 11 also reference a police case from September 2024.

Missouri City police confirmed to KHOU 11 that the department has an open case and has referred the matter to Texas Game Wardens. Investigators said they do not currently have enough information to file charges.

Game Warden K. Mitchell told KHOU 11 that investigators hope to identify whoever is responsible. Mitchell said charges could be filed once investigators gather sufficient evidence.

Under Texas Parks and Wildlife regulations, wildlife violations can carry misdemeanor fines up to $4,000. More serious offenses can result in state jail felony fines up to $10,000, up to two years in jail and forfeiture of firearms used in the violation.

Police are asking anyone with information or security footage to contact the Missouri City Police Department's crime tips line at 281-403-5868. Residents can also report illegal wildlife activity to Texas Game Wardens at 1-800-792-GAME (4263) or by texting a tip to 847411 with the keyword TXOGT. Tips that lead to a conviction may earn a reward of up to $1,000.