A shooting tied to a possible robbery in northwest Harris County leaves two injured, prompting traffic delays as authorities investigate the scene.<\/p>\n
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas \u2014 A shooting investigation is underway in northwest Harris County, with deputies warning drivers to expect traffic delays and avoid the area.<\/p>\n
New information from Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez indicates the shooting may be tied to a possible robbery, with two people taken to the hospital.<\/p>\n
Active scene in northwest Harris County<\/p>\n
The Harris County Sheriff\u2019s Office says deputies are working a shooting scene near the intersection of Bammel North Houston Road and Kleinbrook Drive.<\/p>\n
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez described the incident as involving a possible robbery.<\/p>\n
Authorities said all parties involved had been detained and that there was no ongoing threat to the public.<\/p>\n
According to the sheriff\u2019s, a person described as a possible robbery suspect was shot and taken to a hospital in critical condition.<\/p>\n
The robbery victim was also transported to a hospital, though their condition has not been released.<\/p>\n
Traffic impacts and road closures<\/p>\n
As the investigation continues, officials say traffic is expected to back up in the area.<\/p>\n
The northbound lanes of Bammel North Houston Road have been shut down, and drivers are being asked to avoid the area and find alternate routes.<\/p>\n
Deputies have not released additional confirmed details about what led to the shooting.<\/p>\n
Motorists should plan for delays while the scene is processed and consider alternate routes until the roadway reopens.<\/p>\n