Webster Doctor Arrested in Houston After Threatening to Pour Acid on Estranged Wife in Custody Dispute

On Sunday, February 2, 2025, deputies from Harris County Constable Precinct 2 responded to a family disturbance call at a residence on 12000 block of Back Bay Ridge Way in southeast Houston. The incident involved a custody dispute between Dr. Jihad Mohamad Harmouche, an obstetrician-gynecologist in Webster, Texas, and his estranged wife.

According to deputies, the complainant had been staying with her sister and brother-in-law for safety along with her 7-year-old son. She alleged that Harmouche arrived unannounced at the home and attempted to take the child. When confronted by the homeowner and told to leave, Harmouche became irate.

The complainant stated that Harmouche had been aggressive and controlling for four years, subjecting her to repeated physical assaults and death threats. She further reported that at one point, Harmouche threatened to pour acid on her body. Unable to obtain acid, he instead poured alcohol on her.

Due to the nature of the threats and ongoing harassment, deputies contacted the Harris County Attorney’s Office, which accepted a charge of harassment against Harmouche. A protective order was also requested for the complainant.

Harmouche was arrested at the scene and transported to the Harris County Joint Processing Center before being booked into the Harris County Jail.