Deputy Constable Shot Six Times

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HOUSTON (KTRK) -- A Harris County Precinct 7 deputy constable was shot multiple times last night in what investigators say was an 'ambush' attack.

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Investigators say around 11:20pm, Deputy Clopton and a reserve deputy were wrapping up a traffic stop on Alabama Street when someone opened fire on them. Deputy Clopton was standing beside the reserve deputy's patrol car when several bullets struck.

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Deputy Alden Clopton was shot six times at the 3000 block of Alabama Street near Ennis. He's been in surgery since 1am. Doctors are working to address several injuries, including two bullets lodged in his abdomen, and another near his heart.

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