3 children safe after carjacking in Aldine, suspect detained

Three children are safe after a carjacking early Monday morning in the Aldine area, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies responded to the incident in the 12200 block of Aldine Mail Route Road near Henry Road.

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Authorities said three children were inside the vehicle when it was carjacked. The circumstances surrounding how the children were recovered have not yet been released, but officials confirmed all three are safe.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said a suspect has been detained in connection with the incident.

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No additional details, including whether anyone was injured or what led up to the carjacking, have been released.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.