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UTMB police searching for man accused of assaulting security officer in Galveston
By Ninfa Saavedra at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
Galveston police are searching for a man accused of assaulting a University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) security officer early Sunday morning.According to the University of Texas Medical Branch Police Department, the incident happened just before 6 a.m. Sunday on Market Street in Galveston.Maj...
Key takeaway According to the University of Texas Medical Branch Police Department, the incident happened just before 6 a.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The search for Mark Anthony Johnson Jr. has implications for public safety in the broader Houston area, including Pearland . As a community within the Houston metropolitan area, Pearland residents may travel to Galveston for work, education, or leisure, and the presence of a wanted individual in the region raises concerns. The fact that the incident occurred on Market Street in Galveston, a location that may be familiar to Pearland residents who visit the island, adds to the local stakes. The University of Texas Medical Branch Police Department's efforts to apprehend Johnson will be closely watched, and Pearland residents should be aware of the situation and report any information to the authorities. The incident also highlights the importance of supporting local law enforcement agencies, including the Pearland Police Department, in their efforts to maintain public safety and cooperate with neighboring agencies to bring suspects to justice.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Galveston police are searching for a man accused of assaulting a University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) security officer early Sunday morning.According to the University of Texas Medical Branch Police Department, the incident happened just before 6 a.m. Sunday on Market Street in Galveston.Maj...
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