Deputy Maher Husseini Shot While Driving to Work in Southwest Houston; Suspect Arrested

On September 3, 2024, the community of Harris County was shaken by the tragic death of Deputy Constable Maher Husseini, a dedicated officer of Precinct 4. The incident occurred in broad daylight as Husseini was on his way to work, a routine journey that ended in a horrifying act of violence at the intersection of Richmond Avenue and Fondren Road in southwest Houston.

At approximately 12:45 p.m., Deputy Husseini was approached by a suspect who, without provocation, opened fire on the officer’s vehicle. Multiple shots were fired, and Husseini was critically injured. Despite the immediate response of emergency services and the life-saving efforts administered at Ben Taub Hospital, Deputy Husseini succumbed to his injuries. His death marks a significant loss for the community and his colleagues in law enforcement.

Following the shooting, the Houston Police Department (HPD) swiftly initiated an extensive manhunt. Utilizing surveillance footage and intelligence reports, investigators identified the suspect’s vehicle—a silver Chevrolet Impala. The search extended across Houston and surrounding areas, culminating in the suspect being tracked to Galveston, Texas.

As HPD officers closed in, the suspect attempted a final, desperate bid to escape by driving the vehicle off the Causeway Bridge into the water. Despite the dangerous plunge, the suspect managed to exit the vehicle, only to be apprehended by the pursuing officers while still in the water. The dramatic arrest brought some relief to a community reeling from the loss of one of its protectors.

Deputy Constable Maher Husseini had served with the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office since 2021. Known for his commitment to his duties and his recent promotion, Husseini was respected by his peers and appreciated by the community he served. The news of his untimely death has left a deep void among those who knew him, both personally and professionally.

Constable Mark Herman, who leads Precinct 4, expressed his profound sorrow over the loss of Deputy Husseini. In a statement, Herman described the fallen officer as a dedicated public servant who was deeply committed to the safety and well-being of the community. He also acknowledged the emotional toll this incident has taken on the entire department, which now mourns the loss of a colleague and friend.