In an astonishing display of brazenness, a suspect accused of unleashing a hammer-wielding rampage in west Houston ended his probable cause hearing by issuing a chilling threat to the hearing officer. Mauricio Barboza, who stands charged with criminal mischief and aggravated assault, appeared before the court on Friday morning, only to erupt into a bizarre dance and flash a sign with his hands before exiting the courtroom.
However, what followed was even more disturbing. As he was leaving the courtroom, Barboza allegedly hurled a four-letter word at hearing officer Lisa Porter, followed by a menacing declaration: "I will have your head." The outburst was met with an immediate response from Porter, who reportedly swiftly set Barboza's bonds at $75,000 in light of his erratic behavior.
But the assault on Porter was merely the culmination of a series of disturbing events. According to eyewitnesses, Barboza had previously brandished a hammer at multiple individuals, including a daycare worker who reported being threatened with death if she approached him while taking out the trash. Police received multiple calls regarding the incidents, which unfolded in west Houston.
Police investigations revealed that Barboza had also caused significant damage to solar panels on a mobile security camera at Lowe's on Westheimer Road, leading to a $10,000 bill for repairs. The suspect allegedly charged at a loss prevention officer with a hammer and knife before fleeing once again – only to be apprehended by police after a frantic chase.
Witness Tara Woods recounted the events, describing Barboza as someone who frequently sleeps behind the dumpster at the daycare center. His erratic behavior has left many in the community shaken, with Woods commenting that he "comes running down the street" and even tried jumping a fence to evade capture – before being subdued by officers using a Taser.
As authorities continue to investigate these incidents, questions remain about Barboza's motivations and the extent of his involvement. The suspect remains in custody pending further proceedings, leaving many to wonder if justice will be served in this bizarre and disturbing case.
However, what followed was even more disturbing. As he was leaving the courtroom, Barboza allegedly hurled a four-letter word at hearing officer Lisa Porter, followed by a menacing declaration: "I will have your head." The outburst was met with an immediate response from Porter, who reportedly swiftly set Barboza's bonds at $75,000 in light of his erratic behavior.
But the assault on Porter was merely the culmination of a series of disturbing events. According to eyewitnesses, Barboza had previously brandished a hammer at multiple individuals, including a daycare worker who reported being threatened with death if she approached him while taking out the trash. Police received multiple calls regarding the incidents, which unfolded in west Houston.
Police investigations revealed that Barboza had also caused significant damage to solar panels on a mobile security camera at Lowe's on Westheimer Road, leading to a $10,000 bill for repairs. The suspect allegedly charged at a loss prevention officer with a hammer and knife before fleeing once again – only to be apprehended by police after a frantic chase.
Witness Tara Woods recounted the events, describing Barboza as someone who frequently sleeps behind the dumpster at the daycare center. His erratic behavior has left many in the community shaken, with Woods commenting that he "comes running down the street" and even tried jumping a fence to evade capture – before being subdued by officers using a Taser.
As authorities continue to investigate these incidents, questions remain about Barboza's motivations and the extent of his involvement. The suspect remains in custody pending further proceedings, leaving many to wonder if justice will be served in this bizarre and disturbing case.
This guy is literally insane! First off, brandishing a hammer at people just for taking out the trash? Like, what's next? Showing up to daycare with a hammer too? And the solar panels thing is wild, I mean who causes that kinda damage on purpose? And the fact that he threatened someone and then had the nerve to call them out in court afterwards... 
It's like he's not even taking responsibility for his own actions. And what's up with this guy sleeping behind the dumpster at daycare? Like, is that a daily occurrence or something? 
The whole thing just feels super concerning and I'm really hoping justice gets served soon. Maybe someone can get him some help instead of just locking him up 
Like, what's next? Flashing weird signs with his hands during court? 
I mean, I get that he's got some serious anger issues, but this is just crazy town. And the fact that he was released on $75k bonds after one of his outbursts? 
That's just not right. The community is shaken and rightly so. How can someone be so reckless and violent? 
I'm all for rehabilitation and second chances, but this guy needs serious help ASAP. 
meanwhile, hearing officer is just tryna do her job 
Barboza's behavior is just crazy! like who does that 
police need to do more to catch these crazy people before they hurt themselves or others 
the fact that he's been attacking solar panels and daycare centers is just wild 
what was going through his head? did he really think a dance move would calm him down 
it's not funny, mate 
. I hope the authorities do get to the bottom of this case, but for now it just seems like a total mess 
This guy is some kinda crazy 
. And the threats to that hearing officer? No cap, that's some real scary stuff 
. The fact that police had to use a Taser to subdue him is just another level of disturbing 
. Can't wait to see how this case unfolds 
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anyway i heard he's been seen at a dumpster behind the daycare center where one of his victims works 
and now they're saying he's got a history of violent behavior 
anyone know what sparked this outburst in court today? 
. His whole demeanor screams "don't trust me" 
. First, the weird dance move and flashing sign in court? That was already super sketchy 
It's like he's trying to send a message: "I'm unhinged and I'll get away with it". That's just not okay 
. It's time someone stepped in and took control of the situation. Can we trust our justice system to handle this case? Only time will tell... 
. First of all, he's walking around with a hammer like it's no big deal? And then he's brandishing it at random people and threatening them with death? That's just insane 
. And to think that he was able to get out of custody for a bit before they re-bonded him... what kind of system is that? 
. Anyway, fingers crossed that justice gets served and this guy faces some serious consequences 
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. This isn't just about his behavior, it's about how our justice system responds to individuals like him 
it raises so many questions - what's driving him to behave like this? is he mentally unstable or just plain crazy? 
it's a tough one, but i think we need to get to the bottom of why people act out in such extreme ways...
he comes running down the street like a lunatic, brandishing a hammer and knife everywhere he goes... I mean what's wrong with him? And those solar panels at Lowe's, dude, that's just insane! $10k repair bill, that's like finding a twenty on the ground or something 
That's just wrong.
. She's a total boss 
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But $75k bonds? That's just crazy talk. What's going on with this guy? Is he okay?!