Friendswood Police Arrest Suspect After Vehicle Prowling Report
FRIENDSWOOD, TEXAS – A late-night call about suspicious activity led to a foot chase and arrest early Monday morning, highlighting a string of criminal incidents that kept Friendswood police busy over the weekend.
Officers were dispatched to the Baywood Apartments in the 4900 block of FM 2351 at approximately 1:26 a.m. on July 1 after a concerned resident reported a suspicious individual on the property. Upon arrival, officers spotted a man fitting the caller’s description. The suspect immediately fled on foot, scaling a fence in an attempt to escape.
Police quickly apprehended the man, later identified as 22-year-old Gary Buchanan of Port St. Lucie, Florida. Buchanan now faces a charge of evading arrest or detention, according to the Harris County District Attorney’s Office.
Weekend Crime Surge in Friendswood Apartments
In addition to the early Monday morning arrest, Friendswood police were also investigating a series of unrelated crimes at another apartment complex over the weekend. Officers responded to multiple incidents at Bay Meadows Apartments on Blackhawk Boulevard, where three vehicles were broken into and another was reported stolen.
While police did not indicate whether the incidents were connected, they urged residents to take basic precautions to avoid becoming victims. These include locking vehicles, removing all valuables, and keeping an eye out for unusual activity.
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Police Thank Public for Swift Action
Authorities credited the prompt response to the suspicious person report for helping them apprehend Buchanan quickly. “We’re grateful to the resident who didn’t hesitate to make that call,” the department said in a statement. “It made a difference.”
Friendswood Police are reminding the community that suspicious behavior—no matter how minor it may seem—should be reported. Residents can contact the department’s non-emergency line at 281-996-3300.
As the investigation into the weekend’s vehicle-related crimes continues, officials encourage everyone to remain alert and proactive in securing personal property.
