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Body recovered from Berry Bayou in East Houston
17May By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Body recovered from Berry Bayou in East Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A deceased male was located in Berry Bayou after Houston Police were dispatched to the area on a report of a body in the water. https://youtu.be/Yn2G8_vaCq4 The discovery occurred near the 1600 block of Ahrens Street in East Houston. Upon arrival, HPD Eastside patrol officers and Houston Fire Department personnel confirmed the presence of a deceased male who appeared to have been in the bayou for some time. The HPD Dive Team was called to recover the body. The Harris County Medical Examiner’s Office will perform an autopsy to determine the official cause of death. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
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HFD called again to Semmes Street warehouse site after third fire in 18 months
17May By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

HFD called again to Semmes Street warehouse site after third fire in 18 months

HOUSTON, TX – The Houston Fire Department continues to respond to fires at and near a former recycling warehouse on Semmes Street, with at least three notable incidents in the past 18 months, including one that caused over $1 million in damages. https://youtu.be/Cg-XXDvcszM Most recently, on May 17, 2025, around 8:34 p.m., HFD was dispatched to 2009 Semmes Street where flames were coming from a vacant warehouse known for illegal dumping of recyclable materials. Firefighters worked for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours to bring the blaze under control. No injuries were reported. On April 24, 2024, firefighters responded to a fire at 1999 Semmes Street around 2:15 p.m. Fire crews found fire coming from the side of a large, abandoned warehouse and initiated an offensive attack. The fire...
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Sen. Mullin compares Trump’s $450M jet from Qatar to Statue of Liberty gift
15May By Houston StringerNo Comments
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Sen. Mullin compares Trump’s $450M jet from Qatar to Statue of Liberty gift

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a TikTok video exchange with Anna Liss-Roy of The Washington Post, Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) defended former President Donald Trump’s acceptance of a $450 million jet from the Qatari government by comparing it to France’s gift of the Statue of Liberty. When asked if he had concerns about the ethics or national security implications of accepting such a gift from a foreign government, Mullin replied, “I have zero issue with it.” He added, “That was a gift too,” referring to the Statue of Liberty. Liss-Roy then pressed Mullin on safety and intelligence risks. Mullin pushed back, asking, “Do you think we’re really going to take a plane and not strip it?” and questioned the reporter’s understanding of security procedures. “If you don’t understand that basic...
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Shooting reported at Space Fuel and Food on Almeda Road
14May By Houston StringerNo Comments
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Shooting reported at Space Fuel and Food on Almeda Road

HOUSTON, TX – A shooting was reported at the Space Fuel and Food gas station located at 14024 Almeda Road. Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office and crews with the Houston Fire Department responded to the scene. Additional details have not been released. More information will follow if it becomes available.
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Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash on Northcrest Village Way in Harris County
13May By Houston StringerNo Comments
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Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash on Northcrest Village Way in Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A pedestrian was struck and killed in a hit-and-run crash near the intersection of 5400 Northcrest Village Way and 21300 Parham Circle, according to Constable Mark Herman, Pct. 4. Deputies say a vehicle struck the pedestrian before fleeing the scene. The victim was transported to a hospital but was later pronounced deceased. The suspect vehicle is described as a 2016–2019 Chevrolet Malibu with chrome moldings around the windows and silver wheels. It is missing the right side mirror and has significant damage to the right rear quarter panel. Photo via Harris County Constable, Pct. 4 If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
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Shooting reported on Rhobell Street in northeast Houston
13May By Houston StringerNo Comments
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Shooting reported on Rhobell Street in northeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A shooting was reported in the 7200 block of Rhobell Street in northeast Houston Tuesday night. Houston Police Department officers responded to the scene. Additional details about the incident, including the number of victims or their conditions, have not been released at this time. More information will follow if it becomes available.
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Shooting victim found outside Houston Shoe Hospital on Kirby Drive
13May By Houston StringerNo Comments
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Shooting victim found outside Houston Shoe Hospital on Kirby Drive

HOUSTON, TX – A shooting victim was discovered in front of the Houston Shoe Hospital located at 5215 Kirby Drive. The photo above was sent in by one of our viewers via tips@houstonstringer.com The victim was transported by EMS, though their condition remains unknown at this time. More information will follow if it becomes available
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Firefighter reportedly assaulted by arson suspect while responding to a trash fire
12May By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Firefighter reportedly assaulted by arson suspect while responding to a trash fire

HOUSTON, TX – A Houston Fire Department firefighter was reportedly assaulted by an arson suspect while responding to a trash fire behind a Dollar General. This has not been confirmed yet the Houston Fire Department or the Houston Police Department. https://youtu.be/bVvhpYX3hYU The incident occurred in the 7700 block of Lockwood Drive. The firefighter was responding to the fire when the alleged assault took place. The extent of the firefighter's injuries is unknown at this time. Houston Police are investigating the assault. HFD Arson investigators are also on scene. More information will follow if it becomes available.
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