HOUSTON — The Harris County Sheriff's Office is investigating a disturbing video posted on social media showing someone punching people at a Harris County park.
The video at Wortham Park was posted on Nextdoor by someone who'd seen it on a different platform.
It shows a guy in a red hoodie with Spartans on the front randomly going up to people from behind and sucker-punching them. He also tried to tackle one man at the Cypress-area park earlier this week.
The video drew hundreds of comments and sparked concern among nearby residents who also use the trail.
Tonight, KHOU 11 News reporter Jason Miles tracked down the 19-year-old seen in the video who said he now regrets his violent behavior.
"Yes, yes I do," Alford Lewis said. "You know, I just made a mistake and everybody makes mistakes."
We spoke with Lewis at his home, not far from the park. He admitted his parents were disappointed when they learned what happened.
"I really didn't expect for it to go so left, you know," Lewis told us. "I know from the video all you see is the bad part about it. But what people don't see is that I shook his hand after and gave the man a hug."
We couldn't verify that part of his story.
Lewis said he did it to get likes and views on YouTube and TikTok.
Lewis said the harsh reaction to the video made him re-think his actions and he hopes others learn from his mistake.
"Before you go out and do anything you feel is bad, or that could look bad, make sure, like, people know – or just don't do it at all," Lewis advised.
The HCSO Violent Crimes Division is investigating the video. The men seen getting punched may have to file charges for things to proceed.