Incident in La Porte, Texas
A man is in custody after police say he fired a gun during a domestic disturbance, then barricaded himself inside a La Porte home Thursday evening. The incident happened around 6 p.m. in the 11600 block of N. P Street.
Details of the Incident
According to La Porte police, 42-year-old Christopher Clinton Hinds fired a handgun at two adults outside the residence before running inside. No injuries were reported. Police established a perimeter and called in the Bay Area Regional SWAT team. After several hours, Hinds was taken into custody without further incident.
Charges and Arrest
Hinds is facing two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, according to the Harris County District Attorney’s Office. He was booked into the La Porte Jail and is awaiting transfer to the Harris County Jail.
About the Authors
The story was covered by Christian Terry and Holly Galvan Posey.
Christian Terry
Christian Terry covered digital news in Tyler and Wichita Falls before returning to the Houston area where he grew up. He is passionate about weather and the outdoors and often spends his days off on the water fishing.
Holly Galvan Posey
Holly joined the KPRC 2 digital team in March 2024, leveraging her eight years of expertise in blogging and digital content to share her passion for Houston. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the city’s vibrant scenes, all while balancing her roles as a wife and mother to two toddlers.
Conclusion
The incident in La Porte, Texas, highlights the importance of swift and effective law enforcement response in potentially volatile situations. The successful apprehension of Christopher Clinton Hinds without further incident demonstrates the professionalism and training of the La Porte police and the Bay Area Regional SWAT team. The community can feel safer knowing that such situations are handled with precision and care.
