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Four injured in shooting at Goose’s Acre in The Woodlands; suspect in custody

23Feb

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Four injured in shooting at Goose’s Acre in The Woodlands; suspect in custody

THE WOODLANDS, TX – Montgomery County Deputies are investigating a shooting that left four individuals injured just after midnight at Goose's Acre in The Woodlands. Upon arrival, deputies discovered two males, ages 31 and 29, and one female, age 27, who had sustained gunshot wounds. Witnesses at the scene provided immediate medical aid before all three were transported to local hospitals for treatment. The suspect, a 27-year-old male from Houston, was also transported to a separate local hospital after sustaining injuries from bystanders who detained him for law enforcement. He is currently in custody. Detectives are actively investigating the circumstances that led to the shooting. Authorities confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public. The names of the victims and...

Man on bicycle fatally struck by vehicle on Jensen

22Feb

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Houston

Man on bicycle fatally struck by vehicle on Jensen

HOUSTON, TX – A man was killed after being involved in a crash while riding a bicycle pulling a wooden trailer on Jensen Drive. https://youtu.be/mUloY_ySqOE The crash occurred around 9:27 p.m. in the 10200 block of Jensen. According to police, the man, believed to be between 60 and 70 years old, has not been identified but appears to be homeless. Witnesses stopped at the scene but did not see the actual crash. They reported seeing the man lying in the road and another vehicle swerving around him. No description of the vehicle involved is available at this time. The witnesses that stopped also performed CPR on the victim before Houston Fire Department crews arrived. The man was transported to a hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. If you have any information,...

Man killed after crashing into street sign on Main at South Post Oak

22Feb

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Houston

Man killed after crashing into street sign on Main at South Post Oak

HOUSTON, TX – A man was killed after crashing into a street sign along Main Street near South Post Oak late Friday night. The crash occurred around 11:01 p.m. in the outbound lanes at the intersection of 12100 Main and South Post Oak. According to police, the driver of a single vehicle lost control, struck a large street sign, and also hit a speed limit sign. The driver, believed to be in his 50s, was the only occupant and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The reason for the crash is unknown at this time. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Police serve narcotics-related warrant at southeast Houston home

19Feb

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Houston

Police serve narcotics-related warrant at southeast Houston home

HOUSTON, TX – Police served a narcotics-related warrant at a residence in the 4500 block of Maggie Street in southeast Houston. https://youtu.be/ePOjAWnUqTc Several individuals inside the home were detained during the warrant service but were later released. According to neighbors in the area, the location functions as a group home. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Suspect killed in shootout during home invasion on Leawood Boulevard

19Feb

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Houston

Suspect killed in shootout during home invasion on Leawood Boulevard

HOUSTON, TX – A suspect was killed following a shootout during a home invasion at an apartment complex in the 9700 block of Leawood Boulevard. https://youtu.be/1_-EeHtGQYo Officers were called to the scene after reports of a shooting and home invasion. According to police, at least two men allegedly forced their way into an apartment and tied up the resident. The resident managed to alert a family friend, who arrived at the location armed. A shootout ensued between the friend and the suspects. One of the alleged suspects was shot and later pronounced deceased at a hospital. The resident was also transported to a hospital for injuries. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Video shows plainclothes officers arresting person at gunpoint near Fondren and Westheimer

17Feb

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Houston

Video shows plainclothes officers arresting person at gunpoint near Fondren and Westheimer

HOUSTON, TX – A video sent to us by a viewer shows a person being arrested at gunpoint by officers in plain clothes near the intersection of Fondren Road and Westheimer Road. At this time, no further details have been made available regarding the circumstances of the arrest or the identity of the individual taken into custody. https://youtube.com/shorts/ICcgWGxYVY0?feature=share If you have any story tips, you can email them to tips@houstonstringer.com.

Deceased body found inside retention pond near Jesse H. Jones Park

17Feb

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Harris County

Deceased body found inside retention pond near Jesse H. Jones Park

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Harris County Precinct 4 Constable deputies are assisting the Humble Police Department after a deceased body was discovered inside a retention pond near Jesse H. Jones Park in the 10600 block of Kenswick. https://youtu.be/PvN7pvaPpsY According to police, preliminary information indicates the deceased is a white male in his 20s to 30s, who is believed to have been in the water for a couple of hours before being spotted but this is still to be confirmed by the medical examiner's office. A Montgomery County K-9 unit was also assisting at the scene. https://twitter.com/Pct4Constable/status/1891646768602821102 If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Humble Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Video shows a family’s car fully engulfed in flames

16Feb

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Houston

Video shows a family’s car fully engulfed in flames

HOUSTON, TX – Video from one of our viewers shows a family’s vehicle catching fire near the intersection of 3400 Bentley Street and Orlando Street. According to the viewer, a family, including a small baby, was inside when the fire started. The fire occurred around 3:30 p.m. Our viewer described the scene as quick and scary and shared the below video with us: https://youtube.com/shorts/k-zBPT0scQY?feature=share The cause of the fire is unknown at this time and injuries also remain unknown at this time. If you have any story tips you would like to share with us, you can reach out to us at tips@houstonstringer.com

Man killed, another injured after confronting car burglary suspect in Midtown

16Feb

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Houston

Man killed, another injured after confronting car burglary suspect in Midtown

HOUSTON, TX – A man was killed and another injured after a confrontation over a vehicle break-in led to gunfire in Midtown early Sunday morning. https://youtu.be/LRwMmWDCIAk The shooting occurred around 1:11 a.m. in the 2300 block of Bagby Street. According to police, officers arrived to find a large group of people and two gunshot victims. The first victim, a man in his mid-20s, sustained a gunshot wound to the arm and was transported to a nearby hospital. The second victim, also a man in his mid-20s, suffered a gunshot wound to his upper extremities and was pronounced deceased at the scene. According to initial reports, the suspect was breaking into vehicles near Bagby and Webster Street when the vehicle’s owner and their friends confronted him. A physical altercation ensue...

Girlfriend shoots boyfriend during dispute at Houston apartment complex

16Feb

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Houston

Girlfriend shoots boyfriend during dispute at Houston apartment complex

HOUSTON, TX – A man was hospitalized after being shot during a disturbance at an apartment complex in southwest Houston. https://youtu.be/QsccrutJdyA The shooting occurred around 11:50 p.m. at The Exchange Apartment Complex located at 1250 Leona Street. According to the Houston Police Department, officers arrived to find a man in his 30s with gunshot wounds to the stomach. He was conscious and speaking with officers before being transported by Houston Fire Department crews to a hospital in unknown condition. According to the Houston Police Department, the shooting stemmed from a dispute between the victim and his girlfriend. Neighbors reported hearing two gunshots before finding the victim lying in the hallway. The female suspect is currently in custody. If you have any in...