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Suspect Arrested After Harris County Deputies Are Shot At During Possible Swatting Call

Detectives are investigating whether a hoax emergency report lured deputies to the Humble address.

Overview

  • Kenyon Levor Coleman, 47, was taken into custody and booked into the Harris County Jail on a charge of aggravated assault of a police officer.
  • Deputies responded early Tuesday to the 18600 block of Atlantic Drive in Humble, where they were met with gunfire on arrival.
  • Authorities say the suspect allegedly waited in a wooded area wearing all black with a chair set up, a rifle, and a large amount of ammunition.
  • Officials report the rifle appeared to jam, and no deputies were injured during the encounter.
  • Investigators describe the call as a possible swatting incident and are working to determine who placed it and the motive.