Teen shot by Texas DPS trooper during traffic stop in Humble

HUMBLE, Texas – Authorities are investigating a shooting involving a Texas DPS trooper that left a 17-year-old boy shot in Humble on Friday.

The shooting occurred around 11 a.m. near Will Clayton Parkway and Village Tower Drive.

What happened?

Authorities say the trooper stopped a Kia Sienta and noticed possible drug activity. The driver, a woman, and her teenage passenger were asked to step out of the car. After checking the woman, the trooper began to search the teen and felt what seemed like a gun.

The teen suddenly ran, crossing about 200 to 300 yards across the parkway. The trooper ran after him. At some point, the trooper says he saw the teen reach toward his waistband and move suddenly. The trooper fired, striking the teen.

The trooper and others tried to help, performing CPR until paramedics arrived. The teen was taken to Kingwood Hospital and was last reported to be awake and talking. It’s still unclear how many times he was shot.

Authorities believe the woman and the teen know each other but aren’t sure how. She’s being treated as a witness.

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Both eastbound and westbound lanes of Will Clayton Parkway are closed. Residents are urged to stay away from the area as officials continue to gather information.

This story is developing and will be updated as more details emerge.