A security officer lost his life after being shot outside a Houston eatery on Wednesday evening due to an altercation, officials reported.

The incident unfolded at approximately 6:15 p.m. in front of Connie’s Seafood Market Restaurant, according to the Houston Police Department.

According to FOX26 Houston, the security guard, employed by the restaurant, was present in the parking area when a dispute erupted with another individual, leading to the tragic event.

The guard suffered at least one gunshot wound and was swiftly transported to a medical facility, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Authorities have yet to disclose the identity of the victim. (Houston Police Department)

Authorities did not immediately release the name of the victim.

The suspect was last seen running away from the parking lot after the shooting.

The security guard was working for the restaurant at the time of the shooting. (Google Maps)

No details about the suspect or the circumstances that led to the altercation have been released as of Thursday morning.

Houston police were reviewing surveillance footage as they search for the shooting suspect. (Mayra Beltran/Houston Chronicle, File)

Officials said investigators were reviewing surveillance footage and speaking with witnesses to get a description of the suspect.