Houston, TX — Houston police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect accused of attempting to rob a man at gunpoint before later firing at a Harris County Precinct 2 deputy.
According to the Houston Police Department’s Robbery Division, the incident occurred around 12:15 p.m. July 17 at a car wash in the 10800 block of Sabo Road.
Police said the victim had pulled into a stall and was rinsing his vehicle when a young man approached him, pointed a weapon at him and demanded money.
The victim reportedly did not have money on him and reached toward the driver’s door to retrieve his wallet from inside the vehicle. An altercation followed, and the suspect fled on foot.
A Harris County Precinct 2 deputy who heard the altercation from across the street spotted the suspect running northbound on Sabo Road and followed him, according to HPD.
Police said the suspect stopped, fired at the deputy and continued running into a nearby apartment complex, where the deputy lost sight of him.
SUSPECT DESCRIPTION
• Black male
• Described as young
• Purple hoodie
• Shorts
Investigators have released two forensic sketches of the suspect.
HOW TO SUBMIT A TIP
Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers of Houston directly.
713-222-TIPS (8477)
Information leading to the charging and/or arrest of a felony suspect may result in a cash payment of up to $5,000. Crime Stoppers states tipsters must contact the organization directly to remain anonymous and be considered for a reward.
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