Crime
Athir Murady Identified as Suspected Shooter in Killing of Harris County Constable Precinct 4 Corporal Maher Husseini
Husseini was on his way to work when he was ambushed by Murady, who opened fire on his SUV.
A man suspected of fatally shooting a Harris County Precinct 4 Deputy Constable has been identified as Athir Murady.
Law enforcement sources confirmed to Channel2 NOW that Murady is believed to be the gunman who attacked Deputy Constable Maher Husseini on Tuesday.
Murady’s LinkedIn profile indicates that he provides training services in security and driving and is a licensed firearms instructor.
The incident occurred at the intersection of Richmond Avenue and Fondren Road in Houston. Husseini was on his way to work when he was ambushed by Murady, who opened fire on his SUV.
After shooting at Husseini and fleeing the scene, Murady returned and fired additional rounds before leaving the area. Husseini was transported to Ben Taub Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Murady was apprehended later that day in Galveston.
A Galveston City Marshal spotted him at a hotel and pursued him when he attempted to flee.
During the chase, Murady drove his vehicle into the water and was observed swimming in the Galveston Bay.
Law enforcement officers used a boat to rescue him from the water.
As authorities attempted to take Murady into custody, he resisted and was bitten by a police K9. He was then transported to UTMB John Sealy Hospital for treatment.
Upon his release from the hospital, Murady will be booked into the Galveston County Jail and subsequently extradited back to Harris County to face charges related to the deputy’s murder.
Midland, TX – Authorities responded to reports of a shooting incident at Soft Suds Car Wash, located at 4300 W Wadley Ave, Midland, TX, earlier today.
According to witness accounts, a physical altercation involving approximately seven individuals escalated into gunfire.
During the confrontation, at least one person brandished a firearm and discharged multiple rounds.
As the situation unfolded, an employee and a customer took cover while authorities were contacted.
Midland Police Department (MPD) officers arrived swiftly, but at least one individual involved in the incident fled the scene.
In response to the shooting, a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) helicopter was deployed to conduct an aerial search for the suspect(s), making multiple passes over the area before concluding its search operation.
As a precautionary measure, several nearby schools were placed on either lockdown or secure hold, ensuring the safety of students and staff while authorities assessed the situation.
At this time, Midland Police Department has not yet released an official statement confirming the details of the incident.
The investigation remains active, and authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and identify all parties involved.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Midland Police Department at (432) 685-7108 or Crime Stoppers at (432) 694-TIPS (8477).