Drone and Ladder Truck Used to Arrest Man on Roof of Spring Business

Drone and Ladder Truck Used to Arrest Man on Roof of Spring Business
Charles Files and drone footage locating him in the room

SPRING, Texas — On August 4, 2025, deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office responded to a reported burglary in progress at a business in the 3800 block of FM 2920 at the intersection with Falvel Rd in Spring.

Witnesses told deputies that a man had climbed onto the roof of the business. Deputies deployed a drone, confirming the suspect’s presence on the roof. The Spring Fire Department was called to assist, and using a ladder truck, authorities safely brought the man down.

The suspect was identified as 26-year-old Charles Files. He was arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail on a charge of Criminal Trespass. His bond was set at $100 by County Court.