Video: Man Claiming to Be Officer Opens Fire on Texas Deputies

Two Harris County sheriff's deputies were investigating a complaint about a man claiming to be a law enforcement officer when he suddenly drew a gun and opened fire.

What to Know

  • A man who falsely claimed to be a law enforcement officer opened fire on two Harris County sheriff's deputies after refusing to provide identification while on a woman's property.
  • The deputies took cover and returned fire after the suspect pulled a handgun wrapped in plastic and began shooting.
  • The suspect was fatally wounded in the exchange, and the shooting remains under investigation.

About the Author

Joe Vince

Joe Vince

Joining Endeavor Business Media in 2018, Joe has worked on the company's city services publications. He began working at OFFICER.com as the assistant editor. Before starting at Endeavor, Joe had worked for a variety of print and online news outlets, including the Indianapolis Star, the South Bend Tribune, Reddit and Patch.com.
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