Sandy MaloneAtascocita, TX – Harris County Precinct 3 Deputy Constable Omar Ursin was murdered off-duty as he travelled home after picking up dinner for his family on Sunday night.
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) said Deputy Constable Ursin was shot just before 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 28 on Madera Run Parkway near Lake Houston, KHOU reported.
Harris County Precinct 3 Constable Sherman Eagleton said a 37-year-old deputy constable was off-duty and was out picking up dinner for his family when he was fatally shot while driving near West Lake Middle School.
The deputy constable’s vehicle struck a tree in the median after he was shot, KPRC reported.
Authorities said the gunman fled north on Olympic National Drive in a dark-colored, four-door sedan.
Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the wounded deputy constable was transported to a nearby hospital and pronounced dead, KHOU reported.
Authorities have said they do not know the motive for the deadly attack on the off-duty law enforcement officer, KHOU reported.
“The reason for the shooting is unknown. We don’t know if it’s road rage. We don’t know if it has to do with him being law enforcement,” Harris County Sheriff’s Sergeant Dennis Wolford told reporters at the scene. “We are still trying to determine that, but we are asking for the public’s help.”
Sheriff Gonzalez asked neighbors with security cameras in the area to review their footage to see if they had captured anything useful, KHOU reported.
Authorities have turned to social media for information and tips about the suspects wanted for the murder of the off-duty law enforcement officer.
Did you witness a shooting at the 11900 blk of Madera Run Pkwy, near Timber Forest (Atascocita)? This evening, someone fired shots at a dark-colored Ford Focus, striking the male driver (37). The male was transported to a hospital and has been pronounced deceased. Pct 4 units 1/2
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) August 29, 2022
RIP:Harris County Pct. 3 Constable Deputy Omar Ursin. He was off-duty picking up dinner for his family Sunday when he was shot and killed along the 11900 block of Madera Run Pkwy. Authorities are actively looking for the killer. Call police with info. #texas #houston pic.twitter.com/kf6T9ATbYK
— Matthew Seedorff (@MattSeedorff) August 29, 2022
The HCSO sends its deepest condolences to the loved ones of Deputy Constable Omar Ursin and our partners at Harris County Pct 3 Constables Office . They remain in our prayers as we mourn this tragic loss. pic.twitter.com/YeuhdjuA4T
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) August 29, 2022
It is with heavy hearts and disbelief we share the tragic news of the senseless murder of one of our own, Deputy Omar Ursin.
Deputy Ursin was off duty picking up dinner for his family when unknown person(s) shot and killed him while driving his vehicle. Prayers for his family. pic.twitter.com/00AgzO5dys— Major Villarreal (@VillarrealMajor) August 29, 2022
I join the community in grieving Deputy Omar Ursin’s death. My deepest condolences to his friends and family, including his colleagues in Constable Precinct 3. I’m in touch with Constable Eagleton. We’re seeking leads on the suspect. Please call 713-274-9100 with any information.
— Lina Hidalgo (@LinaHidalgoTX) August 29, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Harris County Precinct 3 Deputy Constable Omar Ursin, both blood and blue. Thank you for your service.
Deputy Constable Omar Ursin, your life mattered.
Holly Matkin
