Overview
- Deputies responding to a vehicle burglary in the 5400 block of Redstart Street in southwest Houston on Tuesday morning encountered a man they said was trying to break into cars.
- During the attempted detention, investigators said one deputy was struck in the head and fell onto her partner as the other deputy’s hands became caught in his handcuffs.
- Precinct 5 reported that both deputies were taken to a hospital for minor injuries, and the deputy hit in the head was later released.
- Officials said the suspect fled and was last reported to have a handcuff on his right wrist, with a search reported near West Bellfort Avenue and Mullins Drive and no description released.
- Parker Elementary entered a brief secure mode as a precaution, and Precinct 5 said details remain limited while the investigation continues.