Harris County deputy involved in shooting near Humble

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas - An investigation is now underway following a deputy-involved shooting near Humble on Wednesday afternoon. 

According to authorities, they were called out to the intersection of Morning Dove Drive and Redbird Ridge Drive when deputies responded to a family disturbance. 

When authorities arrived, a mother came out and stated that she had been assaulted by her son. 

Officials said while they were trying to get the son out and render aid to the mother, he locked himself in and would not come out for at least 90 minutes. 

At one point, officials said they saw smoke coming from the home after a fire had been started. The deputies were thinking about forcing entry to help the son get out from the fire. 

However, that's when the son opened the garage door with two knives in his hand, officials stated. 

That's when, officials said, a 31-year-old deputy, who has been with the department for seven years, fired his weapon and struck the suspect in the upper torso area. 

Authorities said they rendered aid to the son until EMS was notified. The son was taken to the hospital and is said to be in critical condition, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. 

Officials stated the mother, who had visible injuries, including a knot on her head and a laceration to her face, refused EMS but was treated for her injuries. 

What we don't know:

Authorities said there is a history at the home, but officials did not provide any specifics as that is part of their investigation. 

What's next:

Officials said they are still reviewing body-worn camera leading up to the shooting. That video will be released by authorities within 45 days, which is standard policy. 

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