Forest Hill
CRIME & SAFETY
Unidentified dead baby found in East Fort Worth dumpster
FORT WORTH — A baby was found dead in an apartment complex dumpster on Sunday evening, Fort Worth police say.The unidentified baby was found in a dumpster at La Hacienda Apartments on the 4700 block of Norma Street. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner has not released any information on the age or sex of the child. Fort Worth police say no arrests have been made, and they have not released any identification for the child. Neighbor Linda Simcox said she's angry and grieving the loss of the unknown child."Putting a baby in the dumpster. That is very ridiculous," Simcox said. "I mean, the baby has a life too."There are resources in Texas where anyone can drop off a child safely under the Baby Moses Law: a fire department, hospital, or freestanding emergency room. According to Safe Haven guidelines posted by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, the child must be younger than 60 days old and unharmed.
Watch Crazy Chase In Texas – Suspect Gunned Down By Police
A car thief in Texas led police on a 20 minute chase before exiting his vehicle and being shot 7 times by the pursuing officers. (Graphic Video) Fort Worth police chased a car thief all over the north side of town before a spike strip deflated his tires and helped bring the pursuit to an end.
The Hidden Horrors of Texas’ Deadliest County Jail
Since 2017, there have been 65 in-custody inmate deaths at the Tarrant County Jail. There have been seven deaths in the year 2024 to date. The most recent death was reported on just last Friday, July 12. These deaths have come from suicides, overdoses, and fatal encounters with jail staff....
Two North Texas moms were robbed, kidnapped at gunpoint before a jog along Trinity Park, police say
FORT WORTH, Texas — Two Fort Worth moms are still reeling from trauma after police say they were robbed and kidnapped at gunpoint over the weekend. On Sunday, at around 5:30 a.m., the two sisters-in-law who asked not to be identified out of concern for their safety, met at Trinity Park for their weekly run. The women, who drove separately, were preparing to stretch before their run when suddenly a white Cadillac parked directly behind one of their vehicles.
North Texas juvenile kills stepfather to stop him from assaulting his mother, officials say
LILLIAN, Texas — A North Texas juvenile shot and killed his 48-year-old stepfather Wednesday night while trying to stop the man from assaulting his mother, according to the Johnson County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office said they received a 911 call from the juvenile saying he shot his dad....
Man dies in Johnson County shooting
Johnson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide that occurred in the small community of Lillian. Deputies responded to a shooting in the 8200 block of Kramer Street and located an adult male suffering from at least one gunshot wound. He was transported to a Mansfield hospital, but pronounced deceased.
Saginaw Uber driver paralyzed in shooting, 18-year-old suspect arrested
SAGINAW, Texas - An Uber driver suffered irreversible paralysis after being shot in the neck while giving a group of men a ride. An 18-year-old suspect is now facing charges for the crime. The shooting happened in late June on E. Bailey Boswell Road in Saginaw. Police said the 24-year-old...
Execution date set for North Texas man who killed pastor, badly assaulted assistant
DALLAS — An execution date has been set for a North Texas man convicted in a pastor's murder in 2012. Steven Nelson's execution has been scheduled for Feb. 5, 2025, according to Texas Department of Criminal Justice records. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported that Judge Steven Jumes on June...
Former Gateway Church pastor: Robert Morris' 'betrayal' was 'hiding in plain sight'
SHERMAN, Texas — A former pastor at the Gateway Church in Southlake said he believes past church leaders knew of disgraced founder Robert Morris' alleged sexual assault of a 12-year-old girl and assisted in covering it up. Stephen LeBlanc, who is now senior pastor of the Sherman Bible Church,...
Haltom City Police Seek Public's Help to Apprehend Driver in Hit-and-Run Case
The search is on in Haltom City for a driver involved in a hit-and-run incident, and law enforcement is asking for the public's assistance. The details are sparse, but the vehicle in question is described as a small, dark-colored 4-door sedan, perhaps a Hyundai Elantra. However, authorities are considering the broad possibility that the car could also be a Kia or Mazda, as noted by the Haltom City Police Department.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.