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Michael Simmons identified as victim in deadly parking lot shooting outside shopping center

18May

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Michael Simmons identified as victim in deadly parking lot shooting outside shopping center

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are investigating the fatal shooting of Michael Simmons, identified as the victim in a deadly parking lot shooting that occurred outside a shopping center at 6607 West Fuqua Street near Chimney Rock around 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 18. According to HPD Homicide Division investigators, officers responded to a shooting call and found that Simmons had been shot at least once. He was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Detectives determined Simmons may have been involved in a verbal dispute with a group of individuals immediately before the shooting. The group included two Black males and one Black female, all believed to be between 17 and 20 years old. The suspects were seen fleeing westbound from the scene on foot. Anyone...

Officer injured after vehicle strikes patrol car during traffic stop in east Houston

18May

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Officer injured after vehicle strikes patrol car during traffic stop in east Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A Houston Police officer was injured during a traffic stop early this morning when a passing vehicle struck the officer’s patrol car. https://youtu.be/Isw0mEkCRXM The incident occurred around 1:19 a.m. in the 600 block of Maxey Road. The officer was detaining the driver of a suspected stolen vehicle when another vehicle approached on the shoulder without slowing down and struck the rear door of the patrol car. The officer dove into the vehicle to avoid a direct hit but was struck in the leg. The officer sustained minor injuries and was transported to a hospital for evaluation. He is reported to be in stable condition. The driver of the striking vehicle is under investigation for possible impairment. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the...

Man found dead after being struck on North Loop West in Houston

18May

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Man found dead after being struck on North Loop West in Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A man was killed after being struck by a vehicle on the North Loop West early this morning. https://youtu.be/_xwFrCE6OIg The incident occurred around 1:34 a.m. at the intersection of North Loop West and North Main. The westbound driver initially believed they had struck an unknown object. When police arrived, they discovered the object was a deceased male pedestrian. The driver, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, remained at the scene and showed no signs of intoxication during evaluation. The identity of the pedestrian has not yet been confirmed but he is believed to possibly be a Hispanic male. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Woman found dead on Eastex Freeway after being run over multiple times

18May

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Harris County

Woman found dead on Eastex Freeway after being run over multiple times

HUMBLE, TX – A woman was found dead on the Eastex Freeway after reportedly being run over multiple times late last night. https://youtu.be/ySTMDWPyEsQ The incident occurred around 11 p.m. in the southbound lanes near the Will Clayton exit. Humble Police responded to a call regarding a body in the roadway and arrived to find a deceased female. Investigators believe the woman had been struck by multiple vehicles. Her identity and age have not yet been confirmed. No suspect vehicle has been identified at this time. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Humble Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

One person found dead after apartment fire at Tempo III Townhomes in Houston

18May

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One person found dead after apartment fire at Tempo III Townhomes in Houston

HOUSTON, TX – One person was found dead beneath debris following a fire at an apartment complex in southwest Houston. https://youtu.be/XJ1QjvDMhdo The fire broke out around 10:38 p.m. at the Tempo III Townhomes located at 11901 Bob White last night. Houston Fire Department crews arrived within minutes and encountered heavy flames coming from two floors, with fire visible from both the front and side of the unit. A fast attack was initiated, and a primary search revealed no occupants. After the fire was brought under control, residents informed firefighters that someone who lived in the unit was unaccounted for. A secondary search was conducted, and one person was found deceased under debris inside the apartment. The victim’s age is unknown, and family members on scene wer...

Life Flight called following shooting at east Harris County home

18May

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Harris County

Life Flight called following shooting at east Harris County home

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – One person was airlifted to the hospital following a shooting at a residence in east Harris County. https://youtu.be/lKyJjB0Y1Iw The incident occurred last night in the 8200 block of Broadleaf in Baytown. According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the victim was transported by Life Flight. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office Family Violence Unit is investigating the case. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Two people shot at park in northeast Houston

18May

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Two people shot at park in northeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Two people were hospitalized after a shooting on Jensen Drive in northeast Houston. https://youtu.be/iwiUDVjd90Q The incident occurred around 9:45 p.m. near the 6200 block of Jensen at a nearby park Officers arrived to find two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. A 21-year-old female had been shot in the leg, and a 19-year-old male sustained a gunshot wound to his foot. Both victims were transported to local hospitals for treatment. Their conditions are not known at this time but they are expected to survive. The circumstances leading up to the shooting are 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.

One person killed after fiery rollover crash involving three vehicles in Houston

18May

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One person killed after fiery rollover crash involving three vehicles in Houston

HOUSTON, TX – One person has died following a three-vehicle crash that resulted in a rollover and fire in northeast Houston. https://youtu.be/rQhnHUgiMus The collision occurred yesterday evening in the 4100 block of Bennington Street. According to the Houston Police Department, one of the vehicles involved flipped and caught fire. A person injured in the crash was transported to Ben Taub Hospital, where they were later pronounced deceased. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Man fatally shot outside Big Red’s Lounge following argument

17May

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Houston

Man fatally shot outside Big Red’s Lounge following argument

HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot and killed following an argument outside Big Red’s Lounge located at 920 Lucky Street. https://youtu.be/TvqqS9GOWFg Houston Police Department patrol officers were initially alerted to the shooting by a call from a local hospital. During the initial investigation, officers learned the shooting had occurred outside the lounge. According to police, the victim and suspect were engaged in a heated altercation when the suspect produced a firearm and shot the victim multiple times. It is unclear whether the confrontation began inside the establishment or how the individuals knew each other. The victim was transported to a hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Departme...

Driver dies after rear-ending 18-wheeler on Beltway 8 feeder

17May

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Harris County

Driver dies after rear-ending 18-wheeler on Beltway 8 feeder

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A male driver was killed after his pickup truck rear-ended an 18-wheeler on the northbound Beltway 8 feeder at West Lake Houston Parkway. https://youtu.be/JIBpyJsOT3c The crash occurred early Saturday morning and involved only the pickup truck and the commercial vehicle. Preliminary findings suggest that speed and alcohol may have contributed to the collision. Witnesses who stopped to assist described the driver as a Hispanic male between the ages of 25 to 30. He was the sole occupant of the pickup. Life-saving measures were performed on scene, and he was transported by Life Flight to a hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff's Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-T...