HOUSTON – A suspect was shot while attempting to steal a vehicle in north Harris County Thursday, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
It happened in the 14100 block of Sunwick Street.
@HCSOTexas units responded to the 14100 blk of Sunwick Street. Preliminary: a male was allegedly attempting to steal the complaint’s vehicle. The complainant attempted to confront the male, when the male discharged his weapon towards the complainant. The complainant returned
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) July 7, 2023
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According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the owner of the vehicle tried confronting the suspect when the suspect discharged a firearm and shot at the owner. The owner returned fire and struck the suspect, Gonzalez said.
The suspect man was transported to the hospital in unknown condition.