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Houston Donut Shop Owner Fatally Shoots Armed Robbery Suspect

The case, currently under investigation, will be reviewed by a grand jury as police examine evidence and potential links to other robberies.

Overview

  • A robbery suspect was shot and killed by the armed owner of Snowflake Donuts on Winkler Drive during an attempted holdup early Thursday morning.
  • The suspect, dressed in dark clothing and armed with a firearm, was found dead at the scene alongside his weapon and an open cash register.
  • Houston police have collected surveillance footage and are interviewing witnesses as part of their ongoing investigation into the incident.
  • Authorities are working to identify the suspect and determine if the robbery is connected to a recent string of similar crimes targeting local donut shops.
  • No charges have been filed against the store owner, with the case set to be presented to a grand jury for review under Texas' self-defense laws.