HOUSTON – A high-speed chase that started as an auto theft investigation ended in an officer-involved shooting and the arrest of two suspects in east Houston Wednesday afternoon.
According to Houston police, the pursuit started around 12:30 p.m. at 10310 East Freeway.
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HPD Commanders and PIO are en route to an officer involved shooting at 10310 East Freeway. No person was struck and there are no injuries.
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 21, 2024
The officer discharged his weapon following an auto theft. Suspect is in custody.
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Police said the chase started as a self-initiated, auto theft investigation that was in progress.
The chase ended about an hour later at 800 Kilroy Street near the intersection of Duncum Street.
During the investigation, Houston police said that two suspects stole a red pickup truck, causing the pursuit. There was a pursuit, and two suspects were arrested.
In another vehicle which police say was related to the auto theft, the second vehicle drove towards an HPD officer.
That’s when the officer shot at the vehicle.
According to officers, no one appeared to be shot or injured following the ordeal.