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Man found dead with gunshot wounds after major crash on Harris County freeway
Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that ended in a major crash out on a Harris County freeway early Sunday morning.The Harris County Sheriff's Office responded to the 11600 block of Eastex Service Road at 5 a.m.At the scene, deputies reported finding a Ford Escape crashed out on the side of the freeway. Inside the vehicle, they found a dead man with gunshot wounds. The driver's side of the SUV has several bullet holes.Authorities don't know where the victim was coming from or where he was going. No evidence suggests there was an exchange of gunfire.The Harris County Sheriff's Office is urging anyone with information to call 713-274-9100 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Man found shot to death inside vehicle on Eastex Freeway
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating a fatal shooting that happened early Monday morning on the Eastex Freeway, northbound feeder road. Deputies responded to the scene at the 2900 block of the Eastex Freeway and discovered a man in a vehicle who had sustained gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. The suspect or suspects fled the scene before deputies arrived.
Houston shooting: Woman found injured in car outside high school
HOUSTON - Houston police were investigating a report of a shooting when they found a woman injured in the parking lot of a school, officials say. Officers responded to a call in the 7200 block of Carver around 10:30 p.m. Sunday but didn’t immediately find anything. FOX 26 Houston...
Hilarious Video: Cyclist Fleeing Houston Police Goes Mega-Viral
Well, folks, here's something you don't see every day... A video of a man fleeing Houston police on a bike, driving against traffic flow, and cutting between cars, went viral on Facebook. The original post, uploaded 7 days ago, has already been viewed 5 million times. Holy moly. Since this...
Harris County sheriff reveals identity of victim fatally stabbed on W. Little York Road
Authorities are investigating a man's death after he was stabbed by a woman on Saturday night, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.The deceased man has been identified as Dominique Richardson (35). https://t.co/LjO2Ve4syT— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) July 21, 2024 HCSO investigators identified the victim as 35-year-old Dominique Richardson.Authorities say that the incident happened at around 10:48 p.m. at an apartment unit on 7740 W. Little York Road.According to deputies, Richardson and a woman got into a confrontation before she stabbed him.Both were taken to hospitals, officials said.Richardson was pronounced dead at the hospital. The woman is in fair condition.While no arrests have been made, the case will be referred to a Harris County grand jury.
Out-of-state fugitive arrested in Harris County
HOUSTON, Texas — Deputies from Harris County Constable Precinct 4 arrested an out-of-state fugitive on July 18, 2024, following a disturbance call. Deputies responded to the 18500 block of Skippers Helm and identified the female involved in the disturbance as Bryanna Stanley. Further investigation revealed that Stanley had an open felony warrant for theft with full extradition out of Will County, Illinois, according to a statement from Constable Mark Herman's office.
Houston Police Respond to Critical Shooting Incident on Antoine Street
Per Jody Silwa, HPD PIO, officers responded to reports of a shooting in progress. officers arrived and located a male with multiple gunshot wounds. The male was transported to a nearby trauma center, where he remains in critical condition. another male was taken into custody at the scene. prelim info-...
Houston police search for 2 suspects seen running away after allegedly killing teen in Spring Branch
Houston police are looking for two suspects who were seen running away after allegedly killing a teenager on Saturday afternoon.Authorities received reports of a shooting at a parking lot in the 8800 block of Hammerly Boulevard at 12:15 p.m.At the scene, a Hispanic boy aged 14 or 15 years old was found unresponsive inside a white SUV parked in the lot.One suspect is described as a Hispanic man with a small to medium-sized build wearing a black hoodie with white designs on the front and back. The second suspect is described as a Hispanic woman in a black hoodie.Anyone with information is urged to call crime stoppers or homicide at 713-308-3600.For updates on this story, follow Alex Bozarjian on Facebook, X and Instagram.
Suspect shot, killed after HPD officers respond to attempted stabbing in SW Houston
A suspect is dead after he was reportedly shot by law enforcement after threatening people with a knife on Saturday, according to the Houston Police Department.HPD responded to the assault-in-progress call at around 11:24 a.m. in the 12600 block of Westheimer at Dairy Ashford, near a cemetery.HPD Commanders and PIO are responding to an officer involved shooting near the 12800 block of Westheimer in southwest Houston. Preliminary info is officer discharged his weapon and suspect was struck. No other info at this time as the scene is still active. #HouNews— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) July 20, 2024 Authorities say that the...
Two young girls missing from Crosby found, HCSO says
CROSBY, Texas — UPDATE: The missing girls were found safe, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. The girls' names have been removed from the previous story:. The Harris County Sheriff's Office is asking for help finding two missing girls, ages 12 and 13, who were last seen in Crosby, Texas Friday.
Cypress-area man sentenced to 40 years for killing friend
HOUSTON (KIAH) – A Cypress-area man who killed a high school friend in a shooting was sentenced to 40 years in prison on Friday, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced. “There was absolutely no reason for this cold-blooded murder, so we know this man is a danger to...
Man Fatally Stabbed in Northwest Houston Apartment, No Arrests as Investigation Continues
Tragedy struck in northwest Houston last weekend when a confrontation inside an apartment escalated to deadly violence, resulting in one man's death and a woman being hospitalized. According to the Houston Chronicle, the incident took place at around 10:48 p.m. on Saturday at an apartment located at 7740 W. Little York Road. Authorities have identified the victim as 35-year-old Dominique Richardson.
A female victim is in stable condition after being shot in Acres Homes altercation
HOUSTON (KIAH) – On Sunday, July 21, Houston Police Department (HPD) officers were called to Carver Road and Morehouse Lane around 10:40 p.m. for a shooting in progress. Arriving officers were unable to find a victim after canvasing the area. However, they did find a suspicious vehicle in the...
Shooting that left 20-year-old hurt in Pasadena may have been accidental, police say
A 20-year-old man is hurt after what may have been an accidental shooting inside a car in the Pasadena area on Monday, according to police.The shooting happened in the 1900 block of Pasadena Boulevard at Raspberry Lane around 5:45 a.m.SkyEye flew over the scene, where a gray Dodge Charger was stopped in the middle of the street.Pasadena police said there were three people inside the car when the 20-year-old was shot one time. He was taken to a nearby hospital in serious but not life-threatening condition.Investigators believe all of the people involved in the shooting were inside the vehicle when it happened. After an initial investigation, they think the shooting happened inside the car and may have been accidental."At this point, we have no reason to believe we're looking for any suspects or anybody else out there," Sgt. Raul Granados said.The two people who were also inside the car during the shooting are being questioned by police.Police were looking for surveillance video in the area to hopefully paint a clearer picture of what happened.
DPS Announces Featured Fugitive for July
AUSTIN –Texas 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrant Jorge Hernandez is this month’s Featured Fugitive. The reward for information leading to his arrest is increased to $4,000 for the month if the tip is received in July. According to a Texas Department of Public Safety news release, Jorge...
Woman blaming nearby Spring Branch apartments' constant gunfire after bullets hits her home
A woman is fed up with the constant fire in her neighborhood in Spring Branch.Patricia Wood lives right by Westwood Elementary.Wood says multiple times a week, she can hear gunshots.Earlier this year, a bullet went through her bathroom window. She fears someone's going to get her if it doesn't stop."It's just not right that you live in a neighborhood where your children have to be afraid to even go out their backdoor to play on their trampoline," Wood said.She is convinced the shots are being fired from the Shadowdale Oaks Apartments.Police told ABC13 that they had received 60 reports regarding the Shadowdale Oaks Apartments since February, but that only two of those calls had involved gunshots. Others were for assaults, burglaries, and thefts.For news updates, follow Luke Jones on Facebook, X and Instagram.
Man arrested after threatening parents with pistol, standoff with SWAT in SW Houston
A man has been taken into custody following an hours-long standoff with SWAT after allegedly threatening his parents with a pistol at their southwest Houston townhouse. Officers responded to the scene at the 12400 block of Brookglade Circle around 3:30 p.m. after a male suspect reportedly pulled out a pistol and threatened his father. Upon arrival, officers were able to safely evacuate the suspect’s mother and father from the apartment.
Undercover Probe Shuts Down Illicit Gambling Ring in North Houston, Two Charged
Source: Facebook/Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4. Local authorities have shut down an illegal game room in North Houston following an undercover investigation spurred by community tips. The operation, led by investigators from Constable Mark Herman's Criminal Investigations Division, targeted an establishment reported to be a hub for unlawful gambling activities.
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