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Two Precinct 4 Deputies Shot in Ambush at Apartment Complex; Suspect in Custody
By MC Police Reporter
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
Two Harris County Precinct 4 constable deputies were shot Friday night when a man ambushed them at an apartment complex, and a suspect is now in custody, authorities said. Around 10 p.m., Deputy Dante Zepeda and several other Precinct 4 deputies were dispatched to a report of a man discharging a wea
Key takeaway , Deputy Dante Zepeda and several other Precinct 4 deputies were dispatched to a report of a man discharging a weapon throughout the complex.
Why this matters in Willis
The shooting of two Precinct 4 deputies in an ambush at an apartment complex raises concerns about the safety of law enforcement officers in the greater Houston metro area, including Montgomery County. As part of this region, Willis residents should be aware that incidents like these can have a ripple effect on local policing strategies and community relationships. The fact that the deputies were responding to a report of a man discharging a weapon suggests that the suspect may have been a threat not only to the officers but also to the residents of the apartment complex. This incident may lead to increased patrols and surveillance in similar complexes in Willis and surrounding areas, highlighting the need for continued cooperation between law enforcement and the community to prevent and respond to violent incidents. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, which serves Willis, will likely be watching this situation closely.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: MC Police Reporter ·
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What is this story about? Two Harris County Precinct 4 constable deputies were shot Friday night when a man ambushed them at an apartment complex, and a suspect is now in custody, authorities said. Around 10 p.m., Deputy Dante Zepeda and several other Precinct 4 deputies were dispatched to a report of a man discharging a wea
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