3 Armed Suspects Approached Houston High School, 1 Charged

Terrion Miles, 18, accused of trying to enter Madison High School with a gun, but was released by police.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Houston ISD police identified 18-year-old Terrion Miles as one of three armed suspects who approached Madison High School on February 10th. Miles and another suspect were detained, but later released, and a warrant has been issued for their arrest. The third suspect fled the scene.

Why it matters

This incident raises concerns about school safety and security, as well as the handling of potentially dangerous situations by law enforcement. The fact that the suspects were initially released after being identified as armed raises questions about the decision-making process and protocols in place.

The details

According to police, around 3:30pm on February 10th, officers were notified that three masked individuals with handguns were attempting to enter Madison High School. When officers arrived, they saw the three suspects running and hiding near the school. Two were detained, including Terrion Miles, but no weapons were found on them during the search. However, the school's band director reported seeing a handgun in Miles' waistband as he tried to enter the campus. The third suspect fled the scene. Miles has now been charged with unlawful carry of a weapon in a school zone, but he and the other detained suspect were initially released, and a warrant has been issued for their arrest.

  • On February 10, 2026, the incident occurred around 3:30pm near Madison High School.
  • On February 23, 2026, Terrion Miles was charged with unlawful carry of a weapon in a school zone.

The players

Terrion Miles

An 18-year-old who was identified as one of three armed suspects attempting to enter Madison High School in Houston.

Houston ISD Police Officer J. Almeda

The officer who responded to the scene and detained Miles and another suspect.

Madison High School Band Director

The staff member who reported seeing a handgun in Miles' waistband as he tried to enter the school.

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What’s next

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Terrion Miles and the other detained suspect. The third suspect who fled the scene has not yet been identified or charged.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges schools face in maintaining safety and security, as well as the need for clear protocols and decision-making processes when responding to potential threats. It raises questions about why the initially detained suspects were released, and underscores the importance of thorough investigation and appropriate action to protect students and staff.