Houston Police Update: Sergeant and Suspect Injured in South Side Shootout

Incident Overview

• 🚨 A call for a suspicious person with a weapon was received late Thursday night at approximately 11:35 p.m. on Macaua at Alen Genanoa.
• 💥 Two sergeants responded to the scene and were immediately met with gunfire from the suspect.
• 🤝 Both the suspect and one of the sergeants sustained injuries during the exchange of gunfire.

Condition of Injured Parties

• 🏥 The sergeant was transported to a local hospital and is currently in stable condition.
• 🚑 The suspect is alert and also in stable condition following transport to a local hospital.
• 🙏 The Houston Police Department expressed prayers and thoughts for the sergeant's speedy recovery.

Ongoing Investigation

• 🚓 The scene remains highly active with evidence collection underway, which is expected to take a significant amount of time.
• 🚗 Commuters are advised to use an alternate route if traveling on Macaua due to the ongoing investigation.
• 👮 Officers face unexpected and dangerous situations daily, highlighting the risks involved in their work.