11-year-old arrested after allegedly firing shots at HPD officers

HOUSTON – An 11-year-old boy has been taken into custody for allegedly shooting at Houston police officers last week.

The shooting took place in the 43000 block of Aledo Street around 1:05 a.m. when officers arrived on the scene they saw a muzzle flash coming from an upstairs window.

As deputies approached for a closer look, a bullet whizzed by one of the officers causing a “take cover” response. SWAT and hostage negotiators were brought in to assist.=

Investigators say upon further questioning it was revealed the young boy was responsible for the shooting. He was arrested and charged with aggravated sault against a peace officer.

He was booked into Harris County Juvenile Probabtion.

UPDATE: An 11-yr-old male who came outside the residence at the conclusion of the SWAT scene was subsequently questioned and then arrested for aggravated assault after it was determined he fired the shots at officers.

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— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) March 15, 2021

Houston Police Department

11-year-old arrested after allegedly firing shots at HPD officers

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