A driver heading the wrong way on the Hardy Toll Road near FM 1960 on Thursday wound up in custody after a pursuit that cost the vehicle a tire and ended in a foot chase, according to Harris County Constable Precinct 4. Deputies say the driver tried to run after the car was disabled, but a K9 tracked the suspect down. The dog was hurt in the process, and officials say additional charges tied to that injury may be coming. Constable Mark Herman shared photos from the scene on the agency’s social feed.
Deputies' Account and Charges
According to a Facebook post by Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4, deputies spotted the vehicle traveling northbound in the southbound lanes of the Hardy Toll Road and attempted a traffic stop. The driver allegedly refused to stop, triggering a chase that ended near FM 1960. During the pursuit, deputies say the suspect’s vehicle lost a tire and eventually came to a stop.
The post states that the driver then tried to escape on foot before being tracked down by a K9. Listed charges include Evading in a Motor Vehicle, Driving While Intoxicated, Failure to Stop and Give Information, and Interference with a Police Animal.
K9 Tejas Briones and Past Work
K9 Tejas Briones, a Belgian Malinois with Precinct 4, was introduced by the constable’s office in 2023, a debut that was highlighted by FOX26 Houston. Since then, the agency has credited Tejas with helping locate suspects in several prior incidents. In this case, precinct officials say Tejas located the fleeing driver before the dog was treated for injuries.
Legal Consequences
According to the Facebook post by Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4, the suspect was booked on the listed charges. Deputies say prosecutors may seek additional counts tied to the injuries suffered by the K9 as the investigation moves forward. Any formal filings and an eventual arraignment will appear in Harris County court records once prosecutors proceed with the case.
The investigation is still active. The constable’s office has so far released photos and initial details on social media, and this story will be updated if further information or a formal statement is issued.
