BAYTOWN, Texas (AP) – A Harris County deputy constable has been shot near county government offices east of Houston and a search is underway for the gunman.
The shooting occurred about 7 Monday morning in Baytown and the deputy was airlifted to a hospital.
The incident led to the lockdown of a nearby high school and a broad response by law enforcement as authorities closed intersections as part of their search for the suspect.
Access to businesses in the area was limited as authorities conducted their search.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued “The thoughts and prayers of all Texans are with the family of Deputy Constable Clint Greenwood, who has died from a gunshot wound in Harris County. My office stands ready to assist in any way possible. This is a reminder to pray for and support all law enforcement officials in our state, especially at this time of grief.”
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