No officers injured in incident, HPD confirms
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Houston police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday morning in southwest Houston.
According to preliminary information from the Houston Police Department, commanders and a Public Information Officer are en route to the scene in the 6300 block of West Bellfort Avenue.
The address of the incident is connected to the Bennington Square Apartments on Google Maps.
Early reports indicate that officers discharged their weapons at a man who was armed with a knife.
Details surrounding what led up to the shooting have not yet been disclosed.
HPD Commanders and PIO are en route to an officer involved shooting at 6300 W Bellfort Ave.
Prelim info is officers discharged at a male with a knife, striking him. No officers were injured. More info will be provided at the scene.#HouNews pic.twitter.com/weFLOBAUZH
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) April 1, 2026
The suspect was struck during the encounter. Authorities have not yet released any information on the extent of his injuries.
No officers were injured in the incident.
HPD officials say additional information will be provided once commanders arrive on scene and the situation is further assessed.
KPRC 2’s Re’Chelle Turner is heading to the scene to learn more information.
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Michael is a Kingwood native who loves visiting local restaurants and overreacting to Houston sports. He earned his BA from Texas A&M University in 2022 and his MA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2023. Michael is a credentialed media member for the Houston Rockets.
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Emmy award-winning journalist born and raised in Alabama. College football fanatic and snow cone lover! Passionate about connecting with the community to find stories that matter.
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