Kidnapping suspect shot by Pearland PD officer during chase in southeast Houston, HPD says
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- An investigation is underway after a suspect was shot by a Pearland police officer near an apartment complex in southeast Houston on Tuesday afternoon.
Earlier in the day, Pearland police received a tip regarding a wanted suspect, in his 40s, with four open felony warrants, including one for kidnapping, according to investigators.
The tip led officers with the Pearland Police Department to 4900 Griggs Road in Houston.
Upon arrival, Houston police said Pearland officers located the suspect who then took off running, prompting a chase on foot.
During that chase, the suspect allegedly showed a handgun before a Pearland police officer discharged his weapon multiple times, the Houston Police Department said in a press conference.
The suspect was struck more than once and was given first aid while other agencies were being requested, investigators said.
HPD then received a call about a shooting involving an officer in the 400 block of Griggs at about 2 p.m.
When Houston police arrived, the suspect was taken to the hospital in critical condition. He is expected to survive. There were no other reported injuries.
In addition to the Houston Police Department, Harris County Pct. 7 deputies were dispatched to the shooting.
The Pearland officer who shot the suspect has been serving the police department for over nine years.
WATCH: SkyEye arrived over the scene when multiple agencies were blocking streets near Griggs Road.
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