HOUSTON – Anytime a disaster strikes, there’s always somebody looking to take advantage of another’s misfortune.
However, law enforcement agencies keeping a watchful eye on Houston and Harris County say they haven’t had any run-ins with looters.
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Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez tells KPRC 2′s Gage Goulding that the department has not had any reports of looting in their jurisdiction.
Your @HCSOTexas members will continue to be on the ground, supporting our communities. All our public safety partners are working tirelessly to keep our county safe. We are increasing patrols and looting will not be tolerated. #HouNews#houwx#twxwx#HoustonStrongpic.twitter.com/YysAGyn036
— TxDPS - Southeast Texas Region (@TxDPSSoutheast) May 17, 2024
State troopers are assisting local law enforcement agencies who are dealing with calls related to the tornado and straight-line winds that moved through the region Thursday evening.
Looting is a felony in the State of Texas and could result in hefty fines and jail time for those convicted.
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Gage Goulding is an award-winning TV news reporter and anchor. A native of Pittsburgh, PA, he comes to Texas from Fort Myers, FL, where he covered some of the areas most important stories, including Hurricane Ian.