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Fatal Accident on E Sam Houston Parkway South

9Nov

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Fatal Accident on E Sam Houston Parkway South

HOUSTON, Texas—A confirmed fatal motor vehicle accident occurred around 4:25 a.m. today on the frontage road at 6790 E Sam Houston Parkway South. https://youtu.be/nm-m3ohJWHc The frontage lanes were shut down as police investigate. This is a developing story and will be updated as learn more information.

Houston City Hall Lights Up in Red to Honor Fallen Firefighter Marcelo Garcia

9Nov

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Houston City Hall Lights Up in Red to Honor Fallen Firefighter Marcelo Garcia

HOUSTON, TX — Houston City Hall was illuminated in red last night to honor the memory of Houston Fire Department Firefighter Marcelo “Ox” Garcia III, who died in the line of duty on November 7. Garcia tragically lost his life while battling a three-alarm warehouse fire on Supply Row that left another firefighter injured. https://youtu.be/h1nlPppzuMA The Houston Fire Department’s Arson Bureau has filed first-degree arson charges against Yesenia Mendez, 38, in connection with the deadly blaze. As the investigation continues, the city mourns the loss of Garcia, whose dedication and service are remembered by colleagues and the Houston community. In a statement, city officials expressed condolences to Garcia’s family and vowed to support the firefighters impacted by the tragedy....

Man shot multiple times after being jumped outside Pedros after-hours club on Laura Koppe

9Nov

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Man shot multiple times after being jumped outside Pedros after-hours club on Laura Koppe

HOUSTON, TX – A 45-year-old man was shot multiple times early Saturday morning after being ambushed by a group of suspects in the 6100 block of Laura Koppe Road in Northeast Houston. https://youtu.be/DPyOtcYwdoU Around 3:30 a.m., the victim was reportedly walking when several suspects arrived in two trucks, jumped him, and opened fire with pistols. He sustained gunshot wounds to both legs, his arm, and one hand. He was transported to a nearby hospital and is expected to survive. If you have any information about this incident, please contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

67-year-old man shot while sitting behind store in Houston by man on bicycle

9Nov

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67-year-old man shot while sitting behind store in Houston by man on bicycle

HOUSTON, TX – A 67-year-old man was shot in the leg Saturday night while sitting behind a store in the 7600 block of MLK Boulevard. https://youtu.be/e23zG7In86E The shooting occurred around 10 p.m. when a suspect reportedly approached the victim on a bicycle and shot him. The suspect is described as a dark-skinned Black male, estimated to be between 25 and 30 years old, wearing shorts, a white muscle shirt, and black flip-flops. After the shooting, the suspect fled the scene on the bicycle. According to the victim, he does not know the suspect and is unaware of any motive for the attack. If you have any information about this shooting, please contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Charges have been filed in three-alarm fire that caused the death of a Houston Firefighter

9Nov

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Charges have been filed in three-alarm fire that caused the death of a Houston Firefighter

HOUSTON, Texas - The Houston Fire Department (HFD) Arson Bureau has filed first-degree arson charges against 38-year-old Yesenia Mendez in connection with the November 7 warehouse fire at 6536 Supply Row. The blaze escalated to a three-alarm incident, resulting in the death of Firefighter Marcelo "Ox" Garcia III and injuring another firefighter. Garcia, a dedicated member of HFD, tragically lost his life while battling the intense fire https://youtube.com/shorts/FdIPz4MotHA?feature=share

54-year-old man shot at gas station during possible robbery

8Nov

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54-year-old man shot at gas station during possible robbery

A 54-year-old male was shot in the torso and hospitalized after an incident at the Texaco gas station located at 5716 Gulf Freeway. https://youtu.be/qy9HTtckmxw Surveillance footage shows a Hispanic male suspect, likely in his mid-20s, approaching the victim’s truck. The victim appeared to be resting inside the parked vehicle when the suspect initially looked inside from the passenger side before moving to the driver’s side, opening the door, and startling the victim. As the victim attempted to drive away, the suspect began firing, striking the victim and causing the truck to crash into a ditch and damage a water main. The suspect fled while still shooting and has not been apprehended. Responding Officers applied a chest seal at the scene, and the man is expected to survive. ...

Texas teen faces first court hearing overnight in triple fatal shooting at apartment laundry room

8Nov

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Texas teen faces first court hearing overnight in triple fatal shooting at apartment laundry room

HOUSTON, TX - Adiel Alexander Sandoval, 17, had his first court hearing overnight. He is accused of murdering three people, including two teenagers at the Tierra Del Sol apartment complex Tuesday. The deceased individuals have been identified as Eddie Gomez, 17, Jonathan Hernandez, 17, and Juan Trejo Sandoval, 23. According to HPD's Homicide Division patrol officers responded to reports of a shooting on Tuesday and found Gomez and Hernandez unresponsive in the complex’s laundry room. Both had sustained gunshot wounds and were pronounced deceased at the scene by Houston Fire Department paramedics. Juan Trejo Sandoval was found just outside the laundry room with a gunshot wound and was transported to Ben Taub General Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. Preliminary in...

Houston Firefighter Marcelo Garcia killed during three-alarm warehouse fire

7Nov

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Houston Firefighter Marcelo Garcia killed during three-alarm warehouse fire

HOUSTON, TX - Houston Firefighter Marcelo Garcia died following a vacant warehouse fire last night in the sixty-six-hundred block of Polk. According to Chief Munoz, firefighters responded to the blaze at 10:50 p.m., with units arriving on scene six minutes later. A second alarm was issued shortly after their arrival, and at 11:04 p.m., a mayday call was made when a wall collapsed and trapped firefighters. The call was then upgraded to a 3rd alarm. https://youtu.be/FdIPz4MotHA Garcia, a ten-year veteran of the department, was critically injured in the collapse and transported to Memorial Hermann in the Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Another firefighter sustained non-life-threatening injuries and received treatment at the same facility. Houston Mayor Whi...

Woman shot during attempted robbery outside PLS Check Cashers in north Houston

6Nov

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Woman shot during attempted robbery outside PLS Check Cashers in north Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A woman was shot and robbed outside PLS Check Cashers in the 34 block of Aldine Bender Road near Airline Drive on Wednesday after completing a transaction. https://youtu.be/e118r4vtM_g According to police, a woman was shot while attempting to avoid a robbery in a parking lot. The incident occurred as she returned to her car after cashing a check. While opening her car door, she noticed a man approaching from a nearby vehicle and became suspicious. She attempted to flee, but the suspect fired at least two shots, hitting her once. A witness reported that the suspect stole property from the woman before fleeing the scene. The witness also provided a description and license plate number of the suspect's vehicle. Officers later located the vehicle with two individuals i...

Two Bombshells locations permanently close in Houston area

5Nov

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Two Bombshells locations permanently close in Houston area

HOUSTON, TX - RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) has announced it will close two underperforming Bombshells locations and sell a third as part of a strategy to enhance the segment's performance. The company stated that Bombshells Spring at 21005 Interstate 45 N, Spring, TX, and Bombshells Houston-South at 12810 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX, have permanently closed. Additionally, Bombshells Austin at 15119 N Interstate Hwy 35, Pflugerville, TX, is planned for sale. RCI will release financial details related to these actions when it reports its fourth-quarter and year-end results, expected by December 16, 2024.