5 Houston police officers shot while serving warrants
Published at | Updated atHOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Five Houston, Texas police officers have been shot in southeast Houston. The officers were reportedly serving a narcotics warrant.
Details are still sparse, but the police chief says the officers were met with gunfire by a suspect. KTRK reports two suspects are dead at the scene. Sources say a third suspect is believed to be barricaded inside the house.
The conditions of the officers have not been released.
The incident happened late Monday afternoon in the 7800 block of Harding in southeast Houston. Harris County Sheriff’s deputies and ATF agents are assisting at the scene.
“This evening’s horrific attack on police officers is a solemn reminder of the service and sacrifice our brave men and women in law enforcement make every day to keep us safe,” Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said. “The city of Houston and the Houston Police Department will have whatever state resources they need to bring swift justice to those involved.”
A perimeter has been set up for possible additional suspects.
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