HOUSTON – Houston Police are continuing to investigate after a Houston Methodist employee was stabbed inside a parking garage at the Texas Medical Center campus Monday morning.
On Tuesday, Houston Police Department released new surveillance images of the suspect.
He was captured wearing a red Houston Rockets hoodie, a black Adidas backpack and black pants.
Detectives need help identifying and locating this male sought in the stabbing and robbery of a woman at 6519 Fannin Street on Monday, May 11.
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) May 12, 2026
TIPS: Call HPD Major Assaults at 713-308-8800 or @CrimeStopHOU pic.twitter.com/ZXlVTv4q7q
According to the Houston Police Department, the attack happened around 6:47 a.m. at the campus located at 6519 Fannin Street.
Investigators said the employee was stabbed in the upper body area, possibly the face or neck, on Level 5 of Garage 1.
The victim was transported to Memorial Hermann Hospital. In an update sent to employees Monday afternoon, Houston Methodist officials said the employee is expected to be released from the hospital later the same day.
“We are relieved to share that she is being released from the hospital today,” Houston Methodist Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer Roberta L. Schwartz said in the message. “She asked us to let everyone know that she is doing well, remains in good spirits, and appreciates the continued thoughts and prayers she has received.”
Hospital officials said several employees witnessed the attack and some immediately rendered emergency aid before Houston Fire Department crews and Texas Medical Center police arrived.
“We want to thank all of you who quickly assessed the situation and helped the employee,” the message stated.
Authorities said the incident does not appear to have been a targeted attack against the employee or Houston Methodist Hospital.
“I’m not sure who exactly it was, but any employee to get injured in a parking lot here is pretty scary,” said Serafi Lopez, who works at Houston Methodist Hospital.
HPD is actively searching for the suspect.
“I’m not sure who exactly it was, but any employee to get injured in a parking lot here is pretty scary,” said Serafi Lopez, who works at Houston Methodist Hospital.
“It is a sign of the times; people have no regard for each other,” added Sondra Armstrong, who was visiting the hospital with a patient. “The world right now is unsafe, so you have to go out and make sure that you have all your shields on.”
Houston Methodist said some buildings were temporarily placed on lockdown following the stabbing, but normal security operations are expected to resume on Tuesday.
The hospital also announced increased patrols and security visibility across the Texas Medical Center area, including Garage 1, Smith Tower, Scurlock Tower, the OPC and JRB garages. TMC Police, METRO Police and HPD are also increasing patrols in the area.
Employees were urged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity to law enforcement or Houston Methodist Public Safety.
KPRC 2’s Gage Goulding: "Do you park in this garage?"
Serafi Lopez: "I don’t park in this one specifically. But the garage I park in is still pretty close. This one’s the closest one to the hospital, so I think if it happens here, it’s pretty scary."
Officials also shared several safety reminders, including parking in well-lit areas, having keys ready before approaching vehicles, avoiding sitting in parked cars and requesting security escorts if needed.
Houston Methodist also encouraged employees affected by the incident to seek counseling resources through the hospital’s employee assistance program.
The investigation remains ongoing.