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Woman killed in Heights robbery; suspect arrested after chase near Southwest Freeway

The suspect allegedly stole the victim's vehicle and led police on a chase before crashing and barricading himself, ending in his arrest after a multi-hour standoff.

Summary by KPRC-TV
A woman was shot and killed during a possible robbery in the Heights area around midnight. Houston Police pursued a suspect in a stolen SUV, leading to a chase that ended near the Southwest Freeway when the driver crashed and barricaded himself in an apartment complex. The suspect was arrested with the assistance of HPD Air Support, S.W.A.T., and K-9 units. Another individual dressed as Spider-Man was briefly detained but later released.

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KPRC-TV broke the news in Houston, United States on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
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