Danthony Simms-Coleman : “Harris County Deputy Survives AR-15 Assault, Suspect in Custody”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Harris County Deputy AR-15 Assault
2. Suspect in Custody Confession Harris County Deputy

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – The suspect involved in a string of robberies and the aggravated assault of a Harris County deputy with an AR-15 has been identified as Danthony Simms-Coleman. The 23-year-old shooter has been booked into the Harris County Jail for the first-degree felony charge of aggravated assault of a public servant. Constable investigators obtained a full confession from Coleman on the robberies and the attempted murder of Deputy Deteryon Fontonet. Despite his injuries, Deputy Fontonet managed to return fire and take cover until multiple units arrived and apprehended the suspect. Deputy Fontonet was treated for non-life-threatening injuries and has since been released from the hospital.

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – Suspect in Robberies and Aggravated Assault of Deputy Identified

In a recent incident that shook the community of Harris County, Texas, a suspect involved in a string of robberies and the aggravated assault of a Harris County deputy has been identified and booked. The perpetrator, identified as Danthony Simms-Coleman, a 23-year-old individual, has been taken into custody by Harris County Precinct 4 constables.

Full Confession Obtained

Coleman has been charged with first-degree felony aggravated assault of a public servant and is currently held in the Harris County Jail. Constable investigators were able to extract a full confession from Coleman regarding the robberies and the attempted murder of Deputy Deteryon Fontonet.

Incident Details

The incident unfolded when Deputy Fontonet was conducting a felony stop related to a series of robberies at Academy retail stores. Coleman, the suspect, initiated a brief vehicle chase with the deputy. Upon stopping, Coleman exited his vehicle armed with an AR-15 rifle and opened fire, hitting Deputy Fontonet and his patrol car.

Despite sustaining injuries, Deputy Fontonet displayed remarkable courage by returning fire and seeking cover until additional units arrived on the scene to apprehend the suspect.

Deputy Fontonet’s Recovery

Following the harrowing ordeal, Deputy Fontonet was promptly transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening facial injuries. Fortunately, he has since been released and is on the path to recovery.

The swift action taken by law enforcement officers in apprehending the suspect highlights the dedication and bravery exhibited by those who put their lives on the line to protect the community.

Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the investigation progresses in Harris County, Texas.