Tierwester Street police shooting: Suspect in critical condition after brief chase

HOUSTON - A Houston police officer was involved in the shooting of a suspect after they led police on a brief pursuit in south Houston.

Police shooting on Tierwester Street

Assistant Chief Rodriguez with the Houston Police Department says officers tried to conduct a traffic stop on a stolen Buick SUV in the 2800 block of Reed Road, but the suspect did not stop.

A chase began, but it soon ended after the man stopped the vehicle at 7812 Tierwester Street, officials say.

Courtesy of OnScene TV Houston

Asst. Chief Rodriguez reports the suspect ran into an apartment complex. Police officers at the scene followed the suspect and gave orders for the suspect to comply, but he did not.

At some point during the chase, the suspect pulled out a weapon.

HPD states officers tried to detain the suspect, but a struggle broke out between one officer and the suspect.

The officer, identified as Officer S. Palin, shot the suspect out of fear for his life and those around him, HPD reports.

Officers at the scene immediately began life-saving measures and the suspect was taken to a hospital in critical condition. No officers were injured in the incident.

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Palin is a 4-year veteran assigned to the Southeast Patrol.

What we don't know:

Houston police have not released the identity of the suspect.

Officials have not reported when the vehicle was stole.