NowWire · AI-assisted reporting summary · October 1, 2026 UTC
Manhunt Underway in Harris County
A Blue Alert was issued for 25-year-old Chase Patin after a Harris County deputy was shot during a family disturbance call on Wednesday evening, according to local authorities. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez reported that the deputy was struck in the lower body on Bayou Drive near the I-10 East Freeway and was subsequently hospitalized in fair condition. Following the incident, the suspect allegedly fled the scene in a stolen patrol car, which law enforcement officers later recovered near Dale Dell and the East Freeway. [1] [2]
Suspect Background and Ongoing Search
According to Andy Kahan with Crime Stoppers of Houston, Patin had been wanted since July 17 after failing to obtain a GPS monitor as a bond condition, and he has four previous felony convictions including a charge for a felon in possession of a firearm. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to his arrest. The Texas Department of Public Safety described Patin as 5 feet 7 inches tall with brown eyes and black hair, and authorities have urged the public not to approach him and to immediately call 911 with any information. [1] [2]
Sources
- Authorities search for man accused of shooting Harris County deputy — 2026-10-01T11:36:20.317Z
- Harris County deputy shot; Blue Alert issued with manhunt underway — 2026-09-30T20:02:23-05:00