Officer-Involved Shooting in Harris County

🔫An officer-involved shooting in Harris County resulted in the death of a suspect who had produced a firearm.

🚓Deputies responded to a call regarding a stolen vehicle, leading to the confrontation with the suspect.

⚠️The suspect did not comply with commands given by the deputies, further escalating the situation.

🏥Emergency medical services attempted to provide life-saving measures but were unsuccessful.

🔍The Harris County Sheriff's Office, Internal Affairs Division, and District Attorney's Office are conducting independent investigations.

What led to the officer-involved shooting?

—The shooting occurred during an attempt to apprehend a suspect involved in a stolen vehicle incident.

Did the suspect have a firearm?

—Yes, the suspect produced a semi-automatic pistol with an extended magazine.

Were the deputies injured?

—One deputy was transported to a local hospital in stable condition. The other deputy was unharmed.

Will there be an independent review of the shooting?

—Yes, the Harris County District Attorney's Office and Internal Affairs Division will conduct independent reviews.

Is there any danger to the community?

—There is currently no danger to the community.

00:00Assistant Chief Tommy Diaz provides an update on an officer-involved shooting in Harris County.

00:22Deputies responded to a call regarding a stolen vehicle and located a suspect.

01:20The suspect did not comply with commands and produced a firearm, leading to the deputies firing their weapons.

01:31Emergency medical services attempted to provide life-saving measures but were unsuccessful.

01:46The Harris County District Attorney's Office and Internal Affairs Division will conduct independent reviews.

03:40There is currently no danger to the community.

06:31The incident began with a call regarding a stolen vehicle, leading to the confrontation with the suspect.

07:45The address where the incident occurred has had multiple police visits in the past.