Montgomery County Sheriff Wesley Doolittle made headlines with his quick action this week after intervening in a road rage incident on FM 1488 in Magnolia. Click2Houston reports that the altercation began when two drivers stopped in the road near FM 1774 and one escalated the situation by starting a physical fight, which led to an attempt to use a firearm.
The incident could have turned deadly had it not been for Sheriff Doolittle's timely intervention. As the aggressor, who was losing the fistfight, pulled out a gun, Doolittle arrived at the scene. His actions not only disarmed the suspect but did so cleanly – allegedly without as much as soiling his white shirt. The suspect was soon in custody, facing charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and no injuries were reported, as per Click2Houston.
In response to the Sheriff's actions, the Magnolia Police Department took to social media to express their gratitude. "Within seconds, the altercation was defused and Sheriff Doolittle didn’t even have to get his white shirt dirty," officials said in a statement obtained by the Houston Chronicle. Furthermore, Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough acknowledged Doolittle's rapid response, claiming it a true indicator of his unwavering commitment to public safety.
"Without hesitation, he disarmed the aggressive suspect and ensured the safety of the victim and nearby motorists—preventing what could have easily turned into a tragic outcome," Keough's admiration was clear in the praise he shared on Facebook, as reported by the Houston Chronicle. Sheriff Doolittle's impromptu act of bravery has not only made the local headlines but has also set a precedent of vigilance and readiness within the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.
