At least 5 Houston police officers shot, suspect down
At least five Houston officers were shot in an encounter with a suspect Monday night according to the city's police department. The Houston Police Department issued a statement on Twitter saying "HPD responding to a scene at 7800 Harding where officers have been struck with gunfire following an encounter with a suspect. Officers are en route to the hospital. Please avoid the area and yield for emergency vehicles. Further updates will be provided as available." Then the Mayor of Houston, Sylvester Turner said on Twitter that the suspect is down.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott released a statement on the "horrible attack". Thus saying "This evening's horrific attack on the police officers is a solemn reminder of the service and sacrifice of our brave men and women in law enforcement make every day to keep us safe," the statement said. "The city of Houston and the Houston Police Department will have whatever state resources they need to bring swift justice to those involved".
This unfortunately reminds me of the type of gun violence we have in our current society. This being an example of that violence has seemed to have started for no apparent reason.
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