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Sugar Land man working to restore power in Galveston arrested, accused of beating another lineman
GALVESTON, Texas — A 24-year-old man was arrested and charged Tuesday, a day after he's accused of beating another man who was found along the Seawall. Trevor Tedore, of Sugar Land, was arrested in League City. He's charged with aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury. His bond was set at $200,000, according to the Galveston County District Attorney’s Office.
Caught on video: Bayou Vista police chief clashes with residents during community BBQ
A video is gaining steam online, showing a confrontation between Bayou Vista Police Chief Jimmy Gillane and residents trying to put on a weekend barbecue.The video, recorded by resident Ray Stone, shows Chief Gillane arguing with a town alderman before turning his attention to Stone, who is holding the cellphone and recording."Can we rent this?" the alderman is seen asking."That is up to the mayor," the Chief said. "Right now, we're in emergency declaration, so no.""When was that filed?" Stone is heard asking."I don't know. I'm not talking to you. You are a disgrace in my eyes," the chief replied.Chief...
Officials Deny Rumors of Serial Killer in Texas City
Is there a serial killer in Austin, Texas? That's what many on social media think- and the rumors are starting to intensify. Austin city officials have already implemented new safety measures along Rainey Street- where many true crime enthusiasts believe this supposed serial killer- which has been dubbed "the Rainey Street Ripper"- stalks their victims and then disposes of them into Lady Bird Lake.
New video shares lessons learned from fatal release of corrosive liquid
Washington — Chemical facilities should clearly mark pressure-retaining components of plug valves and require new valves be designed to prevent the inadvertent removal of these components. The Chemical Safety Board makes these recommendations in a recently released nine-minute video on a fatal July 2021 release of acetic acid at...
‘Action is the greatest reaction’: Baytown woman wanted after social media threats to murder CenterPoint staff
A Baytown woman is accused of threatening to murder CenterPoint Energy employees in a series of posts on her X account, according to documents obtained exclusively by KPRC 2, days after more than 2 million people lost power in Hurricane Beryl. Rogan Brentae Miles, 21, is charged with felony terroristic...
Baytown Police Department & FBI Leverage Othram’s Forensic Sequencing Platform to Identify a 1992 Homicide Victim
In April 1992, the remains of an unidentified individual were discovered in the 700 block of Tri City Beach Road in Baytown, Texas. Baytown is a city just east of Houston. Baytown Police Department responded to the scene. It was determined that the remains were that of a black male who was 5’9” tall, partially clothed, and covered in multiple sheets and blankets. The man was found lying face down in a concrete drainage ditch just south of the Southern Pacific Railroad. The man was determiend to between the ages of 25 and 45 years.
Baytown woman wanted after social media threats to murder CenterPoint staff
Www.youtube.com – KPRC 2 Click2Houston – 2024-07-15 22:06:16. SUMMARY: A Baytown woman is facing a felony terroristic threat charge after making violent threats against CenterPoint Energy employees on social media amid power outages. The woman, identified as Rogan Brenton Miles, posted threats on X, including intentions to attack the utility company's headquarters and a video of a loaded firearm magazine. Despite claiming her threats were made in the heat of the moment, law enforcement took her posts seriously, leading to increased police presence at CenterPoint's headquarters. The situation highlights the risks and legal consequences of making threats online or in person during crises. Miles remains wanted and has not been arrested yet.
Scammers prey on Pasadena seniors amid Hurricane Beryl power woes
PASADENA, Texas - Since Hurricane Beryl stormed into the Houston area, it seems scammers have done the same, setting their sights on unsuspecting victims. A group of senior citizens in the Pasadena area were targeted. Scammers exploit post-Hurricane Beryl power outages to target senior citizens. When Beryl pulled the plug...
PPD Academy’s hard work paid off with an 87% increase in Police Academy applicants, reflecting the power of teamwork.
We are excited to announce a fantastic turnout due to the efforts of the Academy staff and members throughout the department!. We saw an overall increase of 87% in applicants for our Police Academy who passed the Civil Service and P.T. Tests. Not only did the passing rate increase, but our number of applicants increased from 648 in 2023 to 814 in 2024, a 25% increase!
To the young gentleman sitting in this booth at Salt Grass Today during lunch
Incredible world · Follow · "To the young gentleman sitting in this booth at Salt Grass Today during lunch,Today a few of us officers went to Salt Grass SteakHouse at the Kemah Boardwalk for lunch. As I sat there ordering my meal and as we talked I noticed you looked our direction a few times and quietly sat and ate your meal. We didn't think anything of it and continued on with our normal lunch routine and conversation. It was only when our s [...]
'I still can’t even wrap my head around it yet': Family remembers man killed while cleaning up after Beryl
HOUSTON — The death toll associated with Hurricane Beryl continues to climb. The deaths are both from the heat because people have been without power and accidents during the cleanup. The most recent deaths, according to the Harris County medical examiner’s office, include 75-year-old James Butcher from Pasadena, who...
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