Rowlett
CRIME & SAFETY
Man drowns in Wylie creek, 3 others rescued
WYLIE, Texas - A man’s body was recovered from a creek in Wylie hours after several other people were rescued. Wylie Fire-Rescue said it received a call about people in the East Fork of the Trinity River, just north of Highway 78, around 4:30 p.m. Monday. Three people were...
Divers recover body of male kayaker who drowned in Trinity River, police say
WYLIE, Texas — A 28-year-old man's body was recovered Monday evening after he was reported missing while kayaking on a North Texas lake. Just before 4:45 p.m., Wylie authorities responded to a water rescue in the East Fork of the Trinty River between Lake Lavon and Lake Ray Hubbard. Witnesses told police they spotted four people in the water north of State Highway 78 where the rivers cross under.
Dallas woman shoots, kills man 'because he wouldn't stop following her,' report says
DALLAS - Dallas police arrested a woman for fatally shooting a man late Sunday night. Officers found 44-year-old Keeman Bowens around 9 p.m. on a sidewalk near Bruton and St. Augustine Roads in Pleasant Grove. Investigators interviewed 25-year-old Iyanna Wells at the scene after the shooting. She admitted to shooting...
Lieutenant in Dallas fire engine crash transferred to ICU
DALLAS — Three firefighters who were injured when their fire engine went off an overpass have been released from the hospital, while their lieutenant has been transferred to the ICU, fire department officials said. The crash happened on July 21 on Interstate 345 and South Good Latimer Expressway, officials...
Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office mourning the loss of sergeant who died in motorcycle accident
TERRELL, Texas — Kaufman County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of one of its own after a sergeant in the department died Sunday. Saturday, Sgt. Daniel E. VanHuss, 37, was driving his motorcycle at an unsafe speed while hitting a curve near the intersection of TX-34 and N Frances St in Terrell, Texas, according to the Texas Department of Safety.
Missing teen from Murphy found safe
MURPHY, Texas — A missing teen from Murphy was found safely, police said Monday morning. The teen had been last seen around 2:45 p.m. Sunday. Police reported that he was found safe Monday morning. WFAA has removed the teen's name from this story, as he is still a juvenile.
Dallas police continue investigation into 2012 murder of Samuel Nanaeto
DALLAS, Texas — The Dallas Police Department continues to investigate the 2012 murder of 22-year-old Samuel Nanaeto. On September 23, 2012, Nanaeto and an unknown suspect were involved in a fight at a business in the 8500 block of Stemmons Freeway. The investigation determined Nanaeto left the scene and was involved in another fight in the 8800 block of N. Stemmons Freeway, where he was found shot to death. Further investigation revealed a four-door white vehicle, possibly a Chevy Avalanche, driven by a Latin male, was seen at the second location and was possibly involved, according to the Dallas Police Department.
Motorcycle rider killed in Dallas crash; two people charged
On July 19, 2024 at about 8:45 PM, Dallas Fire Rescue and Police responded to an accident call at Southwell Road and Harry Hines Boulevard. The preliminary investigation determined a motorcycle occupied by two individuals was traveling northbound on Harry Hines Boulevard. A 20-year-old man was driving a truck southbound on Harry Hines Boulevard when he turned left on Southwell Road and crashed into the motorcycle.
Dallas car thefts may be connected to social media trend, police say
DALLAS - Dallas police are looking for suspects in a car theft that investigators say is becoming more common. Police told the car's owner, Steven Binko, that his car may have been targeted because of a social media trend leading to an increase in vehicle thefts involving Kias and Hyundais across the country.
ATF joins investigation into four-alarm fire at historic First Baptist Dallas sanctuary
DALLAS – Investigators, including from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, are continuing to examine Friday's massive four-alarm fire at the historic First Baptist Dallas sanctuary.A spokesman said Dallas Fire-Rescue asked the ATF to be part of the investigation."It is not standard, but not unheard of," said Robert Borse, with Dallas Fire-Rescue. "We requested because initial callers said they heard a 'boom.' That has since been proven inaccurate."Sara Abel, with ATF Dallas Field Division, said her agency was asked to assist with the investigation "as it is one of the 'services' we at AFT provide.""It doesn't necessarily mean...
Homicide at 2000 Lanark Avenue
On July 22, 2024, at about 1:05 AM, Dallas police responded to a shooting call in the 2000 block of Lanark Avenue. The preliminary investigation determined when officers arrived, they found the female victim shot. Dallas Fire Rescue responded, and the victim died at the scene. Further investigation identified the...
Dallas Police Seek Public's Help in Unsolved Homicide on Fernwood Avenue
A Dallas community is grappling with unanswered questions following a recent homicide. On Thursday, around 2:35 PM, Dallas police were called to the scene where a man was found dead in a vehicle on the 2300 block of Fernwood Avenue. The officers discovered the male victim with gunshot wounds leading to their death, their identity is pending verification by the Dallas County Medical Examiner's Office, as reported by the Dallas 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.