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The Woodlands residents robbed by 'multiple' wanted suspects posing as deputies

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Published  April 3, 2026 4:57pm CDT
Crime and Public Safety
FOX 26 Houston

The Brief

    • Multiple suspects forced their way into a home in the Alden Bridge neighborhood, restrained everyone inside, and stole valuables.
    • The suspects were allegedly wearing makeshift deputy uniforms.
    • Anyone near the area is asked to turn in surveillance footage of the incident.
    • Authorities shared tips on how to spot a fake officer.

THE WOODLANDS, Texas - Multiple suspects are wanted after allegedly posing as deputies to rob a home in The Woodlands on Friday morning.

Fake deputies rob The Woodlands home

What we know:

The robbery happened around 10 a.m. Friday at a home on South Plum Crest Circle, near Research Forest and Branch Crossing Drives.

Authorities say "multiple" male suspects posed as deputies and tried to get their victims to comply before forcing their way into the home. The suspects then reportedly restrained the victims in the home and stole valuable items.

One of the victims broke free from the restraints and went to neighbors to call 911.

A victim was taken to a hospital for injuries from the robbery, but authorities say she has since been released.

According to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, the suspects were wearing black shirts with white letters that spelled "Sheriff." Two of the suspects were also wearing duty belts, and one of them had a badge.

No one is in custody at this time.

What we don't know:

No one involved has been identified at this time.

It's not clear how many suspects were involved in the robbery, and there is no other suspect description available.

What you can do:

Residents near the scene are being asked to check any surveillance footage they have between 9:30-10:30 a.m. Friday. If they notice anything suspicious, they can call the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office at 936-538-5900.

Tips to spot fake officer

What You Should Know:

Montgomery County authorities provided information on how to determine whether an officer is real or fake:

  1. Pay attention to whether the officers are wearing a uniform and/or traveling in a vehicle marked by a law enforcement agency (ex: Text saying "Montgomery County Sheriff's Office"). 
  2. If you're suspicious about the officers, you can call 911, give your location, and a dispatcher can tell you if law enforcement was called to your location.
  3. Law enforcement are supposed to provide their badge number and/or unit number when asked.

The Source: Montgomery County Sheriff's Office

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