Friday, November 21

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Person found dead in pickup truck after it catches on fire at home in west Houston
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Person found dead in pickup truck after it catches on fire at home in west Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A person was found dead in a pickup truck following a fire at a home in west Houston on Wednesday morning. https://youtu.be/n3RlbMvq6wY?si=HAaNUodiaqH7f-IB The fire occurred at a residence in the 7800 block of Wichersham. According to the Houston Fire Department (HFD), the call initially reported a pickup truck on fire. Upon arrival, firefighters found the fire had spread to a second vehicle, the home, and the garage. While extinguishing the blaze, crews discovered a body inside one of the vehicles. The Houston Fire Department’s Arson Division and the Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division are investigating the incident. A family residing in the home was able to escape without injuries, according to officials. Authorities have not indicated whether there ...
Gang member arrested with $20k cash and gun during traffic stop near Hillcroft Avenue
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Gang member arrested with $20k cash and gun during traffic stop near Hillcroft Avenue

HOUSTON, TX – A documented gang member was arrested following a traffic stop near the 6100 block of Hillcroft Avenue. According to Captain James Lovett with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office District 3 Patrol, the Crime Reduction Unit (CRU), with assistance from the Houston Police Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety, conducted the stop. The suspect was arrested for Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon (UCW). Deputies also discovered approximately 1.75 grams of marijuana and about $20,000 in cash in the suspect’s possession. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle on Denmark
Houston

Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle on Denmark

HOUSTON, TX – A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle around 6 p.m. on the 4200 block of Denmark Avenue. The condition of the individual is currently unknown. https://youtu.be/3nMRevq6VfU Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS. More information will be provided if it becomes available.
Two injured in shooting at McDonald’s parking lot on Northwest Freeway
Houston

Two injured in shooting at McDonald’s parking lot on Northwest Freeway

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are investigating a shooting that left an adult male and female in serious condition after they drove to the McDonald’s parking lot at the 10400 block of the Northwest Freeway. https://youtu.be/9Ua5rWp6yzw According to police, the shooting is believed to have occurred after an argument between the shooter and the two victims. Both victims were found in McDonald’s parking lot, and transported to the hospital in serious condition. If you have any information about this case, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Smokey Mountain seeks help identifying repeat theft suspects
Houston

Smokey Mountain seeks help identifying repeat theft suspects

HOUSTON, TX – Smokey Mountain Smoke Shop is asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects caught on surveillance video stealing items from their store Saturday evening. https://youtube.com/shorts/jfHjQ09KFUA?feature=share The theft occurred at their location on Dairy Ashford and marks the second time these individuals have targeted the same store. According to Smokey Mountain, the suspects have stolen more than $2,000 worth of items across both incidents before fleeing the scene. If you recognize the suspects, you are urged to contact Smokey Mountain or police.
Shooting at Summit at Hirsch Rd Apartment Complex
Houston

Shooting at Summit at Hirsch Rd Apartment Complex

HOUSTON, TX – Houston police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred at an apartment complex in the 6600 block of Hirsch Road around 6:15 p.m. on Sunday. https://youtu.be/MazncoWvugM According to investigators, HPD officers arrived at the scene and found a male unresponsive with gunshot wounds in a stairwell. Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced the man deceased at the scene. His identity is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. A female at the scene identified herself as the shooter. She informed officers that the male unlawfully entered her apartment and, after a brief confrontation and struggle, she shot him. The woman was not injured. The Harris County District Attorney's Office determined the case would be referred to...
Shooting at social media pop-up party in Houston leaves two teenagers dead, 4 others injured
Houston

Shooting at social media pop-up party in Houston leaves two teenagers dead, 4 others injured

HOUSTON, TX Houston Police are investigating a shooting at a pop-up party in a makeshift club on Jensen Drive that left two teens fatally shot and four other young women injured late Saturday night. https://youtu.be/5RY_srYxhdI The full press briefing can be found in the above video. The incident occurred around 11:20 p.m. at 10126 Jensen Drive at a venue known as "The Curfew Club." According to police, officers responding to the scene observed a large number of juveniles and young adults fleeing the area. A 16-year-old male was pronounced deceased at the scene, and a 14-year-old female later succumbed to her injuries at the hospital. Their identities are pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. Four additional victims—all females—sustained in...
Teen suspect hospitalized after exchange of gunfire with Houston police
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Teen suspect hospitalized after exchange of gunfire with Houston police

HOUSTON, TX – A teenager was hospitalized after an exchange of gunfire with Houston police officers last night. https://youtu.be/OLSnkMJshvU Around 9:43 p.m., officers observed what appeared to be a hand-to-hand narcotics transaction in the 3700 block of Liberty Street. As officers in a marked patrol car approached, two young men fled on foot. One of the officers noticed that one of the fleeing suspects had a handgun in his waistband. During the pursuit, the officer briefly detained the armed suspect, but he escaped after a struggle. While running, the suspect turned and fired at least twice at the officers. An officer returned fire, striking the suspect multiple times in the upper torso. Officers administered first aid at the scene, including the use of a tourniquet and bloo...
Grandmother injured, toddler killed after pickup truck struck them as they crossed the street
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Grandmother injured, toddler killed after pickup truck struck them as they crossed the street

HOUSTON, TX – A tragic crash at the intersection of Fuqua Street and Bathurst Avenue left a toddler dead and a grandmother injured Wednesday morning. https://youtu.be/4pAw19tqrSU According to Cmdr. Crawford with the Houston Police Department's Vehicular Crimes Division, the incident occurred around 10:35 a.m. as the grandmother was walking her approximately 2-year-old grandson in a stroller across the intersection. A vehicle traveling northbound on Bathurst made a left turn onto Fuqua and struck the pair in the crosswalk. Emergency responders with the Houston Fire Department transported both victims to area hospitals. The child was pronounced deceased, while the grandmother sustained injuries but is expected to survive. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is ...
Pickup truck fire extinguished outside Sephora at Cypress Towne Center
Harris County

Pickup truck fire extinguished outside Sephora at Cypress Towne Center

CYPRESS, TX – A pickup truck caught fire Wednesday afternoon in front of the Sephora store at Cypress Towne Center, located at 25833 US-290. https://youtu.be/EJmt5_6Ha8g The Cy-Fair Fire Department responded promptly to the scene and quickly extinguished the blaze. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is unknown at this time. Authorities have not provided additional details at this time.