Man Arrested After Threatening Store Employees With Ax in Northwest Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A man was arrested Wednesday, October 21, 2026, after allegedly threatening employees with an ax at a store along Tomball Parkway in northwest Harris County.

Deputies with Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office responded to the business in the 19500 block of Tomball Parkway following reports of a man threatening employees with a weapon.

According to the constable’s office, the suspect allegedly picked up an ax and waved it in a threatening manner, causing employees to fear for their safety.

Deputies located the suspect, identified as 19-year-old Cedrick Amos, and took him into custody.

Suspect Charged With Deadly Conduct

Amos was arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail on a charge of deadly conduct.

His bond was set at $10,000 through Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 16.

Constable Mark Herman praised the deputies’ response and emphasized the importance of protecting employees and businesses from threats of violence.

“Threatening innocent employees with a weapon is unacceptable. Our deputies responded quickly and took the suspect into custody before anyone was injured. We will continue working to keep our businesses, employees, and community safe,” Herman said.