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UTMB police searching for man accused of assaulting security officer in Galveston
By Ninfa Saavedra at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
Galveston police are searching for a man accused of assaulting a University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) security officer early Sunday morning.According to the University of Texas Medical Branch Police Department, the incident happened just before 6 a.m. Sunday on Market Street in Galveston.Maj...
Key takeaway According to the University of Texas Medical Branch Police Department, the incident happened just before 6 a.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The search for Mark Anthony Johnson Jr. raises concerns about public safety in the Houston area, particularly in communities surrounding medical facilities like UTMB. As a major medical hub, UTMB attracts patients and visitors from across the region, including Piney Point Village . The fact that a security officer was assaulted while intervening in an encounter between a UTMB employee and the suspect highlights the potential risks faced by those working in healthcare and security roles. Residents of Piney Point Village and neighboring communities should be aware of the incident and report any information about Johnson's whereabouts to the authorities. The University of Texas Medical Branch Police Department's efforts to apprehend the suspect will likely involve collaboration with local law enforcement agencies, underscoring the need for cooperation and vigilance in maintaining public safety across Harris County.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Galveston police are searching for a man accused of assaulting a University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) security officer early Sunday morning.According to the University of Texas Medical Branch Police Department, the incident happened just before 6 a.m. Sunday on Market Street in Galveston.Maj...
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