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Only on 13: Shirtless man carjacks ambulance on 4th of July in west Harris County, video shows
By Lileana Pearson at ABC13 Houston (KTRK - ABC)
· July 6, 2026
· 1 min read
In a video you'll only see on ABC13, a shirtless man is seen walking around the front of the ambulance, climbing into the driver's seat before the ambulance driver realizes what is happening.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The carjacking of an ambulance in west Harris County on the 4th of July raises concerns about public safety in the region. Given Pearland 's proximity to Harris County, residents may be wondering if such an incident could occur in their own community. The fact that the carjacking happened in a relatively public setting, with the ambulance presumably responding to an emergency, suggests a level of brazenness on the part of the perpetrator. As Pearland continues to grow and develop, its residents should be aware of the potential for such crimes to spill over from neighboring counties. The city's public safety officials may need to reassess their protocols for emergency responders, particularly in situations where they may be more vulnerable to attack, such as when responding to calls in isolated areas or during large public events like the 4th of July celebrations.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK - ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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