Manhunt underway for suspect who injured 2 in Grimes County machete attack, sheriff says

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Monday, November 18, 2024 4:24AM
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GRIMES, Texas (KTRK) -- The Grimes County Sheriff's Office is looking for a suspect who allegedly attacked two people with a machete on Sunday night.

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According to the sheriff, Elpidio DeLeon Gonzalez severely cut a man and a woman at about 6:30 p.m. The couple was airlifted to a hospital for medical attention.

Deputies started searching the area surrounding 19272 Hwy 30 & Norman, Shiro, TX 77876.

The suspect was last seen wearing all-black clothing and driving a white Mitsubishi Mirage with black wheels and paper tags.

If you see him, authorities advise you not to apprehend him and call law enforcement.

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