Houston police officer shot responding to dispute over parking spot

A Houston police officer was shot Monday during a response to a disturbance call over a parking dispute but was expected to recover.

She alleged that the man spat in her face, authorities said. After speaking with her, the officers went to the unidentified male's apartment unit to get a statement, Houston Police Chief Troy Finner told reporters outside of HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood hospital, where the officer is recovering.  "At some point when they were in the door talking, the male immediately comes out and starts firing upon one of our officers," Finner said.  The officer was struck at least twice in the arm and hit in the abdomen, which was protected by a bullet-proof vest, Finner said. He remains in stable but critical condition, the chief said.