News Suspected robber shot, killed during attempted robbery in NW Harris County, sheriff says

An investigation is underway after a suspected robber was shot and killed during an attempted robbery in northwest Harris County Friday afternoon.

According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, deputies with Precinct 3 responded to reports of a shooting in the 9000 block of Melody Park Lane.

Details on what led to the alleged attempted robbery are unknown at this time. Gonzalez said the man fled on foot after he reportedly suffered a gunshot wound.

The suspect was found dead at an unknown area, according to Gonzalez.

Investigators are currently en route.

This is a developing story, please check back for updates

Pct 3 units responded to the 9000 blk of Melody Park Ln. Preliminary info: a male suffered a gunshot wound while attempting to rob individuals and fled on foot. The male was located and confirmed deceased at the scene. HCSO Homicide/CSU investigators are enroute. #HouNews pic.twitter.com/VdYhT0lsfb

— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) June 24, 2022

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