According to Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo, several police officers have been shot while serving a narcotics warrant.
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
Houston Police Union President Joe Gamaldi confirmed five officers were hit.
We currently have 5 officers shot, all on their way to the hospital. One is being life flighted. On the way to the hospital, will update when I can.
Please keep all the officers in your prayers!
— Joe Gamaldi (@JoeGamaldi) January 28, 2019
There is no word on their condition, but ABC 13 Houston reports that Life Flight was called to the scene. Officers were taken to Memorial Hermann Hospital, Medical Center, and Ben Taub Hospital. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner confirmed that the suspect in the shooting is down.
Suspect in the HPD shooting is down. st
— Sylvester Turner (@SylvesterTurner) January 28, 2019
According to Houston Police, the shooting occurred in the 7800 block of Harding in the southeast part of the city. Agents from the ATF and Harris County Sheriff’s deputies were assisting on scene. Residents are asked to keep the area clear.
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
We will update this story as more information is received.
