East Harris County: 18-year-old arrested for robbery-turned-shooting, sheriff says

Harris County: 18-year-old suspect may be tied to several robberies

An 18-year-old was sent to a hospital after he allegedly got shot while robbing someone in east Harris County. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann explains the information from officials and court records.

HOUSTON - An 18-year-old has been arrested following a robbery and shooting in east Harris County, according to Sheriff Gonzalez.

Now, officials believe the suspect is tied to other robberies.

Harris County crime: 18-year-old accused of robberies

(Courtesy: Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez)

What we know:

On Wednesday, Sheriff Gonzalez announced the arrest of Anthony Cantera. Cantera has reportedly been charged with aggravated robbery.

According to the sheriff, Cantera allegedly held someone at gunpoint outside their house along Victoria Street Tuesday morning and took the person's wallet and keys.

Other people at the home came out and confronted Cantera. Cantera allegedly shot at one of those residents, and that resident fired back, hitting Cantera in the leg.

Cantera ran to his home along Nadolney Street, less than a mile from the scene.

Shortly after, deputies were called about a gunshot victim at the home. Deputies say Cantera matched the robbery suspect's description.

Sheriff Gonzalez says Cantera is in a hospital recovering from his gunshot wound.

Detectives believe that Anthony Cantera is tied to several other robberies.

Suspect's criminal history

What we know:

According to court documents, Cantera was out on bond for another crime when the robbery happened. He was charged with unlawful carry of a weapon in March and bonded out for $100. He had the same charge last year, but it was dismissed.