HARRIS COUNTY, Texas - Harris County authorities have arrested the suspect involved in a SWAT standoff in northeast Harris County after he barricaded himself inside a home.
Harris County SWAT scene
What we know:
According to Harris County Constable Sherman Eagleton, there is a heavy police presence in the Evergreen Villas subdivision on White Fir Villa Avenue, between Beltway 8 East and C.E. King Parkway.
The Precinct 3 deputies were searching for a wanted fugitive to serve a felony warrant. They initiated s traffic stop on the suspect after he left his home around 7:30 a.m.
Officials say he evaded law enforcement and circled back to his home, barricading himself inside. His wife was the only other person inside.
The suspect refused to come outside or comply with orders, authorities said.
According to Harris County officials, the suspect had a history of violence and a previous military background. He had a warrant out for a domestic violence charge.
When SWAT arrived to the scene, they began negotiations with the suspect, but he continued to refuse to come out. After a few hours, his wife came out of the home to talk to authorities, but officials said she was not honest about where he was.
The suspect was eventually located inside the attic and arrested without incident.
Harris County officials say he will face additional charges.
What we don't know:
The identity of the suspect is unknown at this time.
The Source: Information from this article was provided by Harris County Constable Precinct 3 Constable Sherman Eagleton.