An HPD officer was shot in the leg after he was involved in a shooting with an armed suspect in southeast Houston early Saturday, police say.
Officers said it happened at an apartment complex in the 12800 block of Roydon Drive near the Gulf Freeway at around 2:11 a.m.
According to Chief Troy Finner, officers were responding to a discharge of firearms call after it was reported that a suspect was firing from an apartment. Officers on site requested backup.
When one officer searched for the origin of the gunfire, Chief Finner said the suspect apparently fired upon him and struck him in the leg. He then took off.
The officer was transported to an area hospital where he is expected to survive. Chief Finner said he suffered injuries to both legs, however, it was unclear if the bullet struck both legs, or if he was shot twice.
Chief Finner said the officer is assigned to the Clear Lake Division, and “is in good spirits.” His identity will not be released at this time.
It was unknown what type of gun the suspect used, but police said they believe it was some type of assault rifle.
The suspect, who remains on the run, was described as a 22-year-old male who may be wearing blue jeans.
“A word to the suspect, the best thing you can do is turn yourself in,” Chief Finner said. “We’re out here in the area and we’re going to be out here until we get you in custody.”
An investigation is ongoing in the area.
Anyone with information in this case is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
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Officers said it happened at an apartment complex in the 12800 block of Roydon Drive near the Gulf Freeway at around 2:11 a.m.
According to Chief Troy Finner, officers were responding to a discharge of firearms call after it was reported that a suspect was firing from an apartment. Officers on site requested backup.
When one officer searched for the origin of the gunfire, Chief Finner said the suspect apparently fired upon him and struck him in the leg. He then took off.
The officer was transported to an area hospital where he is expected to survive. Chief Finner said he suffered injuries to both legs, however, it was unclear if the bullet struck both legs, or if he was shot twice.
Chief Finner said the officer is assigned to the Clear Lake Division, and “is in good spirits.” His identity will not be released at this time.
It was unknown what type of gun the suspect used, but police said they believe it was some type of assault rifle.
The suspect, who remains on the run, was described as a 22-year-old male who may be wearing blue jeans.
“A word to the suspect, the best thing you can do is turn yourself in,” Chief Finner said. “We’re out here in the area and we’re going to be out here until we get you in custody.”
An investigation is ongoing in the area.
Anyone with information in this case is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
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