Video shows shootout after auto-theft attempt in Baytown; police looking for suspects
Baytown police searching for armed suspects
Bullets flying in the wee hours of the morning, some through windows and homes, nearly hitting children over in Baytown. Now this whole shootout caught on camera in a quiet Baytown neighborhood.
BAYTOWN, Texas - Baytown police are asking for information about suspects involved in an aggravated assault and shootout on June 30.
Shootout in Baytown neighborhood
The backstory:
The police department released Ring video of the incident that happened in the 4700 block of Stonebridge around 4:40 a.m.
Bobby, a resident, says bullets came flying through his window, nearly hitting him.
"They saw me looking through my window, and they shot two 45-slugs straight through my window," he said. "If I wouldn't have ducked they [would have] killed me, shot me in my heart."
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Baytown Police Department shared video of a shootout between suspects and a neighbor after the suspects attempted to steal a vehicle in the 4700 block of Stonebridge.
According to authorities, a neighbor interrupted the suspects' attempt to steal a vehicle, which led to an exchange of gunfire.
Another neighbor, Puala, says a bullet came through her kitchen. "All of a sudden we just heard a lot of shots going off. I ran to where my grand kids were," she said. "I had all 8 of my grandkids here with me."
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In the video, you can see one suspect running towards a vehicle and the vehicle drives off, but stops after a short distance.
This case is under investigation.
What you can do:
Anyone with information on the incident is asked to call Baytown Crime Stoppers at 281-427-TIPS (8477). You can also submit tips online at https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=544# or through the P3 Tips app. You’ll remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward.
The Source: Baytown Police Department.