2 security officers open fire on woman who assaulted man over parking spot at Houston Zoo, HPD says

In Houston, Texas, security guards reportedly fired shots at a woman who allegedly assaulted a man during a dispute over a parking spot at the Houston Zoo on Friday afternoon.

The Houston Police Department received a call around 2:15 p.m., initially reporting the discharge of a firearm, which was later updated to a shooting incident at 6100 Hermann Park Drive.

According to police, the woman attempted to flee the scene in a vehicle with children inside, and during this attempt, the car struck one of the security officers. Subsequently, shots were fired into the vehicle, striking the woman multiple times.

Emergency services rushed the woman to the hospital, although the severity of her injuries was not immediately disclosed.

Authorities did not confirm whether anyone else, including the children, sustained injuries.

HPD stated that the situation was under control, emphasizing that there was no ongoing threat to public safety.