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Man dies after late-night shooting near Las Palmas apartment complex in northeast Harris County

22Apr

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Harris County

Man dies after late-night shooting near Las Palmas apartment complex in northeast Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – According to a press release from the Harris County Sheriff's Office, a man died following a shooting late Tuesday night near the Las Palmas apartment complex in the 6000 block of Hamill Road. The above photo was sent in by one of our viewers via tips@houstonstringer.com Deputies responded at approximately 11:30 p.m. on April 22, 2025, after a 911 caller reported a male shot in the grass on the south side of the road. EMS transported the adult male to a local hospital, where he died during surgery. Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators processed the scene and interviewed several individuals who arrived after the shooting. No witnesses saw the incident occur, and no suspect has been identified. An autopsy will be conducted within the next 24 hours...

Possible bomb threat reported in the 5400 block of Polk Street

22Apr

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Houston

Possible bomb threat reported in the 5400 block of Polk Street

HOUSTON, TX – A possible bomb threat was reported Tuesday afternoon in the 5400 block of Polk Street in Houston. Photo Credit: Jonny D Precinct 6 deputies and Houston Police Department officers responded to the scene. The incident is under investigation and streets in the area remain closed. Please avoid the area. More information will follow if it becomes available. Photo Credit: Jonny D The photos above are from one of our viewers. If you have any story tips, you can email them as well to tips@houstonstringer.com.

Deputy and suspect wounded in shootout near Downtown Houston Courthouse

21Apr

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Houston

Deputy and suspect wounded in shootout near Downtown Houston Courthouse

HOUSTON, TX – A deputy with the Harris County Constable's Office, Precinct 1, and an armed suspect were both wounded Monday afternoon in a shootout near the Family Law Center in downtown Houston. https://youtu.be/gB6kV1YjIAY According to law enforcement officials, the incident began around 12:20 p.m. when deputies received information about a man armed with a weapon walking along Caroline Street toward the courthouse complex. A deputy spotted the suspect near the jury assembly building and began pursuing him across San Jacinto and Congress. Multiple deputies encountered the suspect near 1115 Congress, where an exchange of gunfire took place. The suspect and one deputy, identified as Deputy Sheila Jones, were struck. https://youtu.be/OwAvRJVXVtU Jones, a veteran of over 3...

Four injured in drive-by shooting outside Social Empire in Houston

20Apr

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Houston

Four injured in drive-by shooting outside Social Empire in Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Four people were injured during a drive-by shooting early Sunday morning in front of Social Empire in southeast Houston. https://youtu.be/y-VMneMoStQ According to the Houston Police Department, preliminary details suggest an SUV-type vehicle drove past the location heading eastbound toward the freeway before turning around and opening fire toward a crowd outside the building. Roughly 15 to 20 individuals were gathered outside at the time, with more people reportedly inside the venue. Two individuals were struck and transported to area hospitals in critical to stable condition. Two others sustained graze wounds and self-transported to local hospitals. https://youtu.be/fkn8X4wsNn0 Police said the four victims consisted of three males and one female, with ages...

One killed, one critically injured in shooting on Beechnut

20Apr

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Houston

One killed, one critically injured in shooting on Beechnut

HOUSTON, TX – One man was killed and another critically injured in a shooting Sunday morning in southwest Houston. https://youtu.be/txrsbndUSII The shooting occurred around 2:51 a.m. on April 20, 2025, near the intersection of Beechnut and South Course. According to the Houston Police Department, Westside Division officers responded to a call initially reported as an auto-pedestrian incident. Upon arrival, officers found two male victims with gunshot wounds. Both had been inside a vehicle with a third passenger, who was not injured. A nearby citizen was rendering aid before Houston Fire Department personnel arrived and transported the victims to local hospitals. One of the men was later pronounced deceased. The second victim remains in critical condition. Police confirmed ...

20Apr

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Houston

Man fatally shot in northeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot and killed Saturday night in northeast Houston. https://youtu.be/fW4wcSF_94U The shooting occurred around 9 p.m. on April 19, 2025, in the 7500 block of Glen Manor. According to Houston Police, officers with the Northeast Patrol Division responded to a shooting call and found a male victim outside, suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest. Family members and the Houston Fire Department attempted lifesaving measures, but the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. Police stated it is unclear whether the victim was inside or outside his vehicle when the shooting occurred. However, he was found outside the vehicle upon officers' arrival. No suspect or vehicle description is available at this time. If you have any information, you are ur...

Two men shot near West Tidwell and Bingle; one in critical condition

20Apr

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Houston

Two men shot near West Tidwell and Bingle; one in critical condition

HOUSTON, TX – Two men were shot Saturday night and later drove to a gas station at the intersection of Gessner and Little York for help. https://youtu.be/JhDxh4RsoeU The incident occurred around 8 p.m. on April 19, 2025. According to police, the victims had initially been shot near the area of West Tidwell and Bingle before driving to the second location. Upon arrival at the gas station, Houston Police Department officers located both male victims with gunshot wounds. One of the men is in critical condition, while the other is recovering. The HPD Major Assaults Division is leading the investigation. No suspect information has been released at this time. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Ruby Silas arrested in armed robbery spree targeting Sugar Land restaurants

17Apr

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Fort Bend County

Ruby Silas arrested in armed robbery spree targeting Sugar Land restaurants

SUGAR LAND, TX – Ruby Silas, 54, has been arrested and charged with multiple counts including Aggravated Robbery and Possession of a Controlled Substance following a joint investigation by the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office, Sugar Land Police Department, and the ATF Houston Gun Crime Strike Force. Photo Courtesy of FBCSO According to the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office, between April 5 and April 15, 2025, detectives investigated a string of armed robberies at restaurants along the Highway 6 corridor in Sugar Land. In each case, a female suspect would pose as a customer, then threaten employees with a handgun and steal money from open cash registers. On April 16, 2025, authorities conducted a surveillance operation along Highway 6 and identified a suspect vehicle linked to one...

Eddie Miller found guilty in ambush shooting that killed off-duty deputy outside Houston bar

17Apr

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Harris County

Eddie Miller found guilty in ambush shooting that killed off-duty deputy outside Houston bar

HOUSTON, TX – Eddie Miller was found guilty today in the ambush-style shooting that left one off-duty Harris County Precinct 4 deputy dead and two others injured outside a north Houston sports bar. The shooting occurred in the early morning hours of Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, outside the 45 Norte Bar and Lounge. Authorities say Miller opened fire on three off-duty deputies who were working a second job at the bar. Deputy Kareem Atkins was killed during the attack. Deputy Darryl Garrett sustained serious injuries, and Deputy Juqaim Barthen was also shot. The jury’s decision follows a trial centered on the events leading up to and during the shooting. Miller was 19 years old at the time of the offense. https://youtu.be/0QJCaj1WqJ8?si=5-omdEMcUzL2e9Cs

Houston Firefighters battle 3-alarm warehouse fire in Northwest Houston

17Apr

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Houston

Houston Firefighters battle 3-alarm warehouse fire in Northwest Houston

HOUSTON, TX – The Houston Fire Department is currently responding to a 3-alarm warehouse fire at 2525 McAllister in Northwest Houston. Photo Credit: the Citizen app The blaze began Thursday morning and has drawn a large emergency response. Officials are urging the public to avoid the area due to the presence of heavy firefighting equipment. At this time, the cause of the fire and the number of injuries, if any, remain unknown. Video footage from the Citizen app shows heavy smoke rising from the building as fire crews work to contain the flames. More information will follow if it becomes available.