7 PM UPDATE: KTRK reports that two of the five officers shot in today’s incident are in critical condition.
Two suspects are dead, and a third is still barricaded in a house where the officers went to serve a narcotics warrant, KTRK reports.
ORIGINAL STORY: Several Houston Police officers have been shot, the chief says.
KHOU reports that Police Chief Art Acevedo confirmed five officers shot: one was air lifted to a local hospital, the other four were transported via ambulance. They also report that the incident happened in a residential neighborhood while officers were serving a warrant.
Here’s a tweet from Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo:
We have had several officers shot please pray for officers on the way to the scene now more information to follow.
— Chief Art Acevedo (@ArtAcevedo) January 28, 2019
The Houston Chronicle is reporting confirmation that three officers were shot.
The incident reportedly occurred about 5 p.m. near Harding St. and Fennell. There is also one suspect reported dead at the scene, according to HPD, the newspaper reported.
Here’s a tweet from Houston’s Mayor:
Just been notified that three (3) of HPD officers have been shot. I am waiting to get a status report. I am asking for your prayers for them. st
— Sylvester Turner (@SylvesterTurner) January 28, 2019
There is also one suspect reported dead at the scene, according to HPD.
HPD responding to a scene at 7800 Harding where officers have been struck with gunfire following an encounter with a suspect. Officers are en route to the hospital. Please avoid the area and yield for emergency vehicles. Further updates will be provided as available. #hounews
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) January 28, 2019
Joseph Gamaldi, President of the Houston Police Officers’ Union told the newspaper that five officers were injured.
This is a developing story, we will update with information as it is confirmed.
