Suspect tased after running across Highway 290 after almost hitting state trooper, DPS says

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A suspect is in custody following a traffic incident involving a Texas State Trooper, according to the Department of Public Safety.

The incident happened near Highway 290 just after 1 p.m.

According to DPS, the trooper was on regular patrol when the suspect almost hit her. The trooper then attempted to stop the suspect, but the suspect's car struck a concrete barrier, officials said.

Officials said the man then tried to run across the highway, leading to the trooper to tase him, but the taser had no effect on him. Eventually, the suspect surrendered after being seen getting dragged off the roadway by troopers. He was taken to the hospital for minor injuries.

"We are very thankful that he didn't get struck by a vehicle because the roadway would have been shut down, and shut down for an extended period of time," Sgt. Richard Standifer said.

The suspect may have been intoxicated, officials said.

Officers were seen searching through the suspect's car, which DPS said is protocol. An ABC13 crew at the scene captured the moment the suspect's car was towed away.

It is unclear whether charges, if any, would be filed against the suspect.