Choma A. Good, a 39-year-old woman, is now in police custody following an alleged shooting of her ex-boyfriend outside the Bellaire Police Department in Texas, which sparked a multi-state manhunt. The incident took place early on a Friday morning when Bellaire police responded to reports of a woman pursuing a group in a Ford pickup truck. The group, including Good’s ex-boyfriend, had driven to the police station to avoid confrontation. However, the situation quickly escalated, resulting in shots fired. Good was later arrested in Alabama, hundreds of miles away, on unrelated charges, bringing the pursuit to an end.
Incident Outside Bellaire Police Department
According to Bellaire Police, the incident began when officers received a call reporting a woman following a group of people in a Ford pickup truck. Inside the vehicle was Good’s ex-boyfriend. In an attempt to avoid confrontation, the group decided to drive to the Bellaire Police Station, where they assumed they would be safe.
As law enforcement arrived on the scene, Good allegedly circled the truck, moving around to the passenger side where her ex-boyfriend was seated. According to police reports, she then fired into the truck, injuring her ex-boyfriend. Officers on the scene responded to the gunfire, returning shots as Good sped away from the police station. The ex-boyfriend was subsequently taken to a nearby hospital, where he remains in serious condition.
Multi-State Manhunt Ends in Alabama
Following the shooting, authorities launched an immediate search for Good, tracking her vehicle as she left the scene. Hours later, Alabama state troopers located her vehicle on Interstate 65, near the city of Pine Level. Law enforcement officials with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency reported that Good led them on a high-speed chase before she was ultimately apprehended.
She was arrested and taken to the Montgomery County Jail, where she faces charges of attempting to elude law enforcement. In addition to the evasion charge, she is also wanted on multiple charges related to the Bellaire shooting, including aggravated assault with a firearm on a family member and aggravated assault on a police officer.
Extradition and Legal Proceedings
As Good remains in Alabama custody, authorities in Texas have confirmed that if she waives extradition, she will be returned to Harris County to face charges. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is collaborating with Alabama authorities to facilitate her return to Texas for the judicial process. Once back in Texas, she will face significant legal consequences for her alleged actions.
The case is being closely followed due to the serious nature of the charges and the potential risks posed to others during the incident. Bellaire Police have confirmed that the ex-boyfriend’s injuries are severe, although specific details regarding his current medical condition are limited. Further updates are expected as the investigation continues and as authorities move forward with the legal process.
Community Reaction and Next Steps
The community in Bellaire has expressed concern over the bold nature of the shooting, which took place in front of a police station, highlighting the suspect’s willingness to engage in violent confrontation even in a highly monitored area. Bellaire Police have reassured the public that they are thoroughly investigating the matter and taking necessary precautions to ensure community safety.
As the investigation unfolds, more details may emerge regarding Good’s motivations and the circumstances leading up to the shooting. Meanwhile, law enforcement officials are preparing to proceed with formal charges once she is extradited to Texas. This case underscores the importance of prompt law enforcement response in serious incidents involving firearms and reinforces the need for ongoing vigilance in cases involving potential threats to public safety.
