Deputy James Strech, responding to a traffic complaint, walked in on a robbery in progress at a Stripes convenience store. Gilchrist choked a Stripes employee. Deputy Strech told Gilchrist to stop. Gilchrist threw a bag at Deputy Strech, then reached for his pocket. Deputy Strech shot Gilchrist once, killing him.
Victim's Name: Urie Adriel Gilchrist
Agency Responsible: Harris County Sheriff's Office
Gender: Male
Age: 23
Race: Black
Date of Death: April 29, 2013
County: Harris
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Grand jury/No bill or Cleared
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Unclear
Weapon: unclear
Geography: Suburban