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Estranged Husband in Custody After Fatal Shooting in Northwest Harris County

Detectives plan to search the suspect's vehicle for the gun.

Overview

  • Deputies answered a weapons call at a home in the 14100 block of Cypress Falls Drive in northwest Harris County.
  • Investigators said the estranged husband forced his way in and shot a 44-year-old woman multiple times before fleeing.
  • Precinct 4 deputies and Texas state troopers found the suspect nearby, and he fired at arriving officers, which triggered a SWAT response.
  • Authorities said the suspect was detained without further incident after the standoff.
  • Two children, ages 6 and 18, were inside the home and were not physically hurt, and officials urged counseling for them after witnessing the killing.