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This article was first published on July 24, 2026 by ABC13 Houston and curated for The Woodlands readers.

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2 hit and killed while running across Southwest Freeway following police chase, crash: HPD

Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by KTRK, ABC13 Houston · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Police said two of the four suspects involved in a chase and crash overnight were hit and killed while running across the freeway.

Why this matters in The Woodlands

The fatal shooting of John Gabriel Mendoza Jr. by a Brazoria County Sheriff's deputy in Lake Jackson raises questions about law enforcement protocols and transparency in the region. While The Woodlands is located in Montgomery County, the incident's proximity to the Houston area, which The Woodlands is a part of, means that residents may be concerned about the potential for similar incidents to occur locally. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, which serves The Woodlands, will likely face scrutiny over its own use-of-force policies and procedures. As the investigation into Mendoza's death unfolds, The Woodlands residents may be watching to see how the Brazoria County Sheriff's Office and other local law enforcement agencies respond to calls for greater accountability and transparency. This incident may also spark renewed discussions about police training and community relations in the greater Houston area, including The Woodlands.

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Category: safety · Published: July 24, 2026 · Source: ABC13 Houston · Reading time: 1 min

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2 hit and killed while running across Southwest Freeway following police chase, crash: HPD

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