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Man arrested after shootout with deputies in north Harris County

Sheriff’s office says suspect fired at deputies during reported burglary at a business

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HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – A man was arrested after a shootout with deputies during an attempted burglary in north Harris County, authorities say.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said they responded to a reported burglary of a business in the 14900 block of Sellers Road.

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As deputies arrived, they said the suspect allegedly began firing at them. Deputies returned fire.

No deputies were hurt in the shootout.

The suspect later fled the scene and barricaded himself inside a residence in the 14900 block of Henry Road. Deputies said two adults and several young children were inside.

Both adult occupants exited the residence, deputies said, but the children remained inside. Deputies eventually went inside to secure the them and detain the suspect.

Deputies said they found the suspect with gunshot wounds. He was taken to a hospital in fair condition with pending charges.

This is an active investigation.