Constables Assist Montgomery County Search For Evading Suspects

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Harris County Precinct 4 deputies were on the ground Friday evening helping Montgomery County authorities search for suspects who took off from officers. K-9 teams and aerial units swept parts of Montgomery County as deputies set up perimeters and asked residents to steer clear of the active search area.

Why it matters

The use of K-9 units and drones in active police searches highlights the increasing reliance on specialized technology and resources to track down suspects and ensure public safety during tense situations.

The details

According to the Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4's Facebook post, deputies including Deputy Palacios and Corporal Henson were assisting the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office in locating the suspects who were evading officers. The post noted that constable K-9 Mattress Mack and the drone nicknamed "Maverick" were deployed, and residents were encouraged to follow the office's social media channels and download the C4 Now app for live updates.

• The search operation took place on Friday evening.

What’s next

Officials advise residents not to approach anyone who seems to be running from police, and instead call dispatch with tips or share information through the precinct's official channels. The constable's office is expected to provide further updates as investigators continue working the scene and determine whether any arrests or charges will follow.