Houston police spent Monday evening sweeping the area around 9300 N. Wayside in search of people suspected in an armed robbery, taking three into custody while officers continued looking for additional suspects. Multiple patrol divisions and K‑9 teams were brought into the operation, and aerial units assisted officers on the ground, resulting in a heavy police presence in the northeast Houston neighborhood. Authorities had not released any names, charges or details about possible injuries as of Monday night.
Northeast, North, K9 and Patrol Support are searching for armed robbery suspects 9300 N. Wayside. Three in custody searching for more. Assist by DPS Air and ground. 202 https://x.com/i/status/2046319683402363047
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) April 20, 2026
Manhunt and Initial Arrests
According to Houston Police, officers from the Northeast and North patrol divisions, along with K‑9 and Patrol Support units, were active in the 9300 N. Wayside area searching for armed robbery suspects. The department reported that three suspects were taken into custody while the search continued for others believed to be involved. The same update noted that the Texas Department of Public Safety assisted with both air and ground support during the manhunt.
DPS Air and Ground Support
The Texas Department of Public Safety lists air patrol and rescue operations among the services it provides to local agencies, and its aviation and ground teams are routinely deployed to help in searches and pursuits. According to the agency’s public information pages, aerial units can supply wide‑area surveillance and coordinate with officers on the ground to track fleeing suspects or secure large search zones.
Details Still Under Wraps
The initial social media update from HPD did not include specific information about the alleged robbery, such as suspect identities, booking details or any injuries. Typically, investigators release more detailed information once arrests are formally processed or case numbers are assigned, so more clarity may come later…