A recent disturbance call in Harris County has culminated in the arrest of Marquez Ridge, a convicted felon. Last Wednesday, deputies responded to a minor traffic accident involving an argument between a male and a female on Cypresswood Drive, where Ridge's attempts to evade law enforcement led to an unintentional firearm drop, sparking further complications for the Houston man.
According to Constable Mark Herman's Office, Ridge disregarded orders and fled on foot, during the escape a concealed firearm fell from his possession which has now resulted in a charge of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon while his bond was set at $15,000 out of the 351st District Court, this follows previous convictions that prohibit him from legally carrying a weapon.
Public records show that Ridge was booked into the Harris County Jail following the incident. "Marquez Ridge was arrested and booked into to the Harris County Jail, charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by Felon," reported Constable Mark Herman's Office. The debate surrounding gun control and the rights of previously convicted individuals remains a potent discourse within Texas communities, where firearm laws often face scrutiny and calls for reform.
Community members following the activities of Constable Herman's office are encouraged to download the "C4 NOW" mobile app, which provides live feeds on crime, arrests, safety tips & traffic accidents in the area; the app aims to keep residents informed and engaged in the bolstering of communal safety and awareness as the local police, they continue in their endeavors to uphold the law and ensure security in their jurisdiction despite the challenges posed by such incidents.
