A man was fatally shot by police in Houston, Texas, after a series of incidents involving property damage and an altercation with officers on Homestead Road. The situation began with a 911 call reporting a man smashing car windows. He continued damaging vehicles before encountering police. Following a chase and physical struggle, the suspect allegedly attempted to grab an officer's firearm, leading to the officer discharging his weapon twice, killing the suspect.
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According to police, the situation began when a woman called 911 to report a man smashing car windows at a home. The man continued down the street, damaging several other vehicles before officers arrived.When police arrived, they found a man matching the description provided by witnesses. Officers stated that the suspect was carrying a sharp object and fled the scene when approached.
Nearby business owners and residents described the scene as chaotic. Timmy’s Choice Restaurant employee recalled arriving at work to find the area swarmed with police vehicles, forcing her to close her business until after noon.
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