Armed Bank Robbers Take Hostages At Texas Chase Bank, Manager Wounded

Authorities in Pearland, Texas are working to resolve a hostage situation at a Chase bank. According to reports, two gunmen entered the bank around 11:30 a.m. and took 4 people hostage. The number of gunmen and hostages has not been confirmed. The bank manager was severely beaten and was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. His condition is unknown.

Police say shots were fired inside the bank. It is unclear if anyone else was injured. Neither the gunmen nor the hostages have been identified. A SWAT team is at the scene.

Pearlman residents are advised to avoid the areas near the bank. A roadblock has been set up on Highway 35 at McHard Road. No other details were released.

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