KATY, Texas (CW39) – Deputies and SWAT team members are on scene at an apartment complex in the Katy area after an alleged shooting, the sheriff says. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said a woman has been shot and a man is barricaded inside an apartment unit, according to early information.
The situation unfolded at a complex on Katy Gap Road near Kingsland Boulevard, Monday afternoon. That’s where investigators say a man allegedly shot his girlfriend before refusing to come out of the apartment.
What to Know
- Deputies responded to Katy Gap Road near Kingsland Boulevard
- A man allegedly shot his girlfriend
- Woman is critically wounded
- Suspect barricaded inside apartment unit
- Scene remains active and under investigation
What happens next?
As of now, the suspect remains inside the apartment, and deputies along with SWAT units are still trying to diffuse the situation safely. No further details about their identity have been released.
Investigators may release additional information once the scene is deemed safe by emergency authorities.
How to stay safe
If you live in an apartment complex or dense residential area, always be aware of emergency alerts and avoid active scenes. Staying clear helps first responders work safely and prevents added risk to nearby residents…