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HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred early Saturday morning in Southeast Houston in the 31000 block of Corksie Street. https://youtu.be/JoAKX6RnmoU The incident began just after 2:30 a.m. when Southeast Division officers, responding to a separate call, heard gunfire in the area. Officers broadcasted the gunfire report and moved toward the area to ensure public safety. Upon arriving, they observed a vehicle with a broken window and a male nearby. When questioned, the male produced a weapon and fired at the officers. Two officers discharged their weapons, striking the suspect. First aid was administered before Houston Fire Department personnel arrived and pronounced the male deceased at the scene. During a search of the...

HOUSTON, TX - A 64-year-old male was found dead inside an apartment after being shot a couple times in the upper body. https://youtu.be/vRfA6A4Jlvo The shooting occurred around 9 p.m. at the Braeswood Plaza Apartments located at 5430 Birdwood. According to police, witnesses reported hearing gunshots and seeing a male and female leave the apartment, possibly armed. The suspects remained in the area and were quickly detained by officers upon arrival, based on witness accounts. The two individuals are currently considered persons of interest, and homicide detectives are questioning them to determine what took place inside the apartment. It was reported that one of the suspects had been staying with the victim for several days, but it is unclear if this played a role in the shoo...

HOUSTON, TX - A double shooting occurred around 8:30 p.m. at the Dynasty Apartments. https://youtu.be/r_F2cKE0DuQ According to police, One adult male, estimated to be between 18 and 25 years old, was found deceased in the back parking lot of an apartment complex in the 5400 block of Tierwester . The victim was wearing a mask and had a pistol on him. A vehicle was located nearby, but it is unclear whether it was occupied or connected to the shooting. The original call reported a shooting at 3701 N MacGregor, at the Dynasty apartments where officers found another male suffering from gunshot wounds to the arm and torso. He was transported to a local hospital in critical condition and is undergoing surgery. Officers connected the two scenes after discovering the second victim at...

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are investigating a fatal crash after an adult male was found pinned beneath an overturned vehicle early Saturday morning. https://youtu.be/ciQCUAR5P_I The crash occurred around 2:20 a.m. in the 300 block of Hoffman in Houston. According to police, the vehicle is believed to have struck a ditch on the side of the road before overturning. The male was pronounced deceased at the scene. This is a developing story and we will update you as we learn more.

HOUSTON, TX – September 19, 2024 – Houston Fire Department crews are currently working to extinguish a trash truck fire in the 13400 block of Sand Mountain Lane. (As of 1:15 p.m.) The truck involved is operated by Republic Services. https://youtu.be/LYuFUSkRv4I This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

HOUSTON, TX – A fatal accident involving a cyclist and a motor vehicle, a Nissan occurred on the Eastex Freeway service road. The fatal crash occurred in the 23100 block of Eastex Freeway (North U.S. Highway 59) service road around 1:05 p.m. near Kingwood Dr. https://youtu.be/k6Sb51Zbo6k According to police, a bicyclist was traveling southbound on the service road near the above address when, as he changed lanes, he was struck from behind by a red Nissan Rogue. Houston Fire Department paramedics responded to the scene and pronounced the bicyclist deceased. The driver of the Nissan, a 74-year-old female, remained at the scene. Police determined she was not impaired, and after being questioned, she was released. The investigation into the crash remains ongoing.

HOUSTON, TX – A pedestrian was fatally struck while crossing Bissonnet Street early this morning. https://youtu.be/JLEqUVTyiC4 The incident occurred at approximately 8:00 a.m. when the pedestrian was crossing outside of a crosswalk. According to Houston police, the individual was first hit by a vehicle that fled the scene. A second vehicle then ran over the pedestrian accidentally but remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. The Houston Fire Department transported the pedestrian to a hospital, where they were later pronounced deceased. If you have any information regarding this accident, please contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A driver died following a collision between an 18-wheeler and a sedan on the East Freeway Frontage Road. https://youtu.be/pHgKj3b1UEE The crash occurred in the 13600 block of the East Freeway Frontage Road. The Harris County Sheriff's Office is investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. If you have any information, please contact the Harris County Sheriff's Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Update (3:15 p.m.) The officer has been identified as Officer S. Durfee and he has been released from the hospital. HOUSTON, TX - A homeowner was rushed during a home invasion by two young men in the 7100 block of Alderney. The incident happened around 9:40 a.m. after the suspects knocked on the door and forced their way inside when the homeowner answered. https://youtu.be/-0MK_ZuBQ-I A vigilant neighbor witnessed the incident and promptly called 911. Officers from the Houston Police Department arrived on the scene in under four minutes, finding the door was open. Inside, they saw a woman and a young child in the living room. As officers approached the right side of the residence, a suspect dressed in a hoodie fired at one of them, striking him in the leg. The officer ret...

HOUSTON, TX – A man was found dead following a shooting at an apartment complex in the 14700 block of West Oaks Plaza Drive late Saturday night. https://youtu.be/hsWWTzJMxQ4 The incident occurred around 11 p.m., when Houston Police Department officers received a call about a suspicious person with a weapon at The Link apartment complex. Neighbors reported approximately 5 to 6 African-American males carrying rifles and shooting in the apartment complex parking lot. Upon arrival, officers noticed an open garage door and interior door nearby. While investigating, they found shell casings outside the residence. Inside, officers discovered an adult male deceased. Police believe the incident is related to narcotics, and a large amount of drugs was found inside the residence. The s...