Deadly Police Chase in Harris County Ends with Felon’s Arrest (video)

In a tragic turn of events in Harris County, a high-speed police chase ended with the death of an innocent woman and the arrest of a wanted felon. The chase, which began earlier today in north Houston, has shocked the local community and left law enforcement officials dealing with the aftermath of yet another fatal incident on the roads.

The Chase Begins: A Dangerous Felon on the Run

The Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force had been tracking Joseph Gebbia, a known criminal with a long history of violent offenses. Gebbia was wanted for aggravated assault, specifically accused of shooting and nearly killing a woman in a previous incident. Earlier today, task force members located Gebbia at a gas station on the 45 feeder road in north Houston. When they attempted to apprehend him, Gebbia made a desperate attempt to escape, leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase through the streets of Harris County.

Tragic Consequence: Innocent Woman Killed

The chase quickly turned deadly as Gebbia ran a red light, causing a chain reaction that would ultimately lead to the death of an innocent bystander. According to investigators, Gebbia’s vehicle struck another car, which then collided with a pedestrian who was waiting at a bus stop. The victim, described as a Hispanic woman in her 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene. The impact of the collision was so severe that it left the bus stop sign bent and broken, a grim reminder of the tragedy that had just unfolded.

The Pursuit Continues: Gebbia’s Dangerous Actions

Despite the fatal accident, Gebbia continued his reckless flight from law enforcement. The chase spanned approximately five miles, during which Gebbia turned his vehicle around on Highway 45 and began driving southbound, heading directly toward pursuing deputies. The chase eventually came to a violent end near Northwest Park in the vicinity of Highway 249, where Gebbia cra