HCSO: Cash, weapon recovered after pursuit that reached 140 mph
A high-speed chase came to an end near Gessner and Fallbrook.
HOUSTON - Authorities say a man was taken into custody after a chase in northwest Harris County that reached speeds in excess of 140 mph.
According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the incident began when a gas station was robbed at gunpoint around 2:30 a.m. Wednesday in the 9000 block of Jones Road.
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The sheriff’s office says there was a tracker in the cash, and authorities were able to locate a vehicle matching the direction of the tracker.
Units attempted to stop the vehicle, the sheriff’s office says, but the driver failed to yield and pursuit ensued.
A high-speed chase came to an end near Gessner and Fallbrook.
Deputies say the chase lasted for about 35 minutes, reaching speeds in excess of 140 mph.
DPS and the Pct. 4 Constable’s Office assisted.
The chase came to an end near Gessner and Fallbrook after spike strips were deployed.
The sheriff’s office says a male was taken into custody, and a weapon, the tracker and cash were recovered.
No injuries were reported.
The robbery remains under investigation.