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HOUSTON, TX, Oct. 21, 2024 – Houston Police Department's Vehicular Crimes Division is assisting with an ongoing investigation led by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) following a tragic overnight incident in South Central Houston. Lieutenant Jonathan French provided an update this morning, detailing the coordinated response from Houston Police, the Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Houston Fire Department. https://youtu.be/m6K1StlsX7c The incident has affected an area covering approximately four acres, with officers working throughout the night to secure the scene and collect evidence. Residents in the surrounding area have been urged to report any debris they may find to officers on the scene or by contacting the...

HOUSTON, TX - The Houston Police Department Homicide Division and East Side Patrol officers are investigating a shooting that occurred at the Willow Creek Apartment Complex located at 7575 Office City around 4:20 p.m. Sunday afternoon. https://youtu.be/gXrJN-bCtE8 According to police, officers were dispatched to the location following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they located an unconscious male inside a vehicle driven by a citizen who was attempting to transport him to the hospital. First aid was rendered, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency responders. Witnesses at the scene reported seeing two Hispanic males, dressed in black, fleeing the area on foot. Their direction of travel remains unknown. The shooting is believed to have followed an ar...

HOUSTON, TX – Two teenagers were shot during a physical altercation early Sunday morning in southeast Houston. https://youtu.be/eRt6cspcofI The incident occurred around 12:30 a.m. in the 9600 block of Clearwood. According to the victims' statements, both 15-year-olds were in a courtyard when an unknown male approached and initiated a physical altercation. The suspect managed to pull out a firearm during the struggle. One victim was grazed in the lower extremities, while the other was shot multiple times in the torso. The victim shot in the torso transported themselves to a local hospital and was later life-flighted to Texas Children’s Hospital in serious condition. The second victim, with a graze wound to her legs, is in stable condition and expected to survive. If you have a...

HOUSTON, TX – An adult male was shot during an altercation in a vehicle on Westheimer Road Saturday night. https://youtu.be/5IzqdB4JpsQ The incident occurred around 9:15 p.m. in the 8600 block of Westheimer Road. According to police, a known female suspect flagged down the victim and invited him into a vehicle. After a brief conversation, a male suspect emerged from the back seat holding a firearm. An argument and physical altercation ensued, and the male suspect fired two shots, striking the victim in the leg. The victim was transported to a local hospital and is in stable condition. Both suspects are in custody, and the Major Assaults Division is continuing the investigation. It is unclear at this time if the suspects were attempting to rob the victim. The suspects surrende...

HOUSTON, TX – A man in his 40s was killed in a crash involving an SUV early Saturday morning on the eastbound lanes of Highway 225 near Allen Genoa. https://youtu.be/7uZVoCxd5aM?si=cCU-1tUnblIuA157 The accident occurred at approximately 3 a.m. when the man's sedan collided with a SUV that was stopped in the main lanes of the highway. The driver of the sedan was pronounced dead at the scene. Police are investigating why the SUV was stopped and whether intoxication or vehicle malfunction was a factor. The man driving the SUV was transported to the hospital and is expected to recover.

HOUSTON, TX – October 18, 2024 – A woman was allegedly struck by a security guard with a flashlight following a fight at Mayitos Mariscos & Wings, located on W. Little York near I-45. https://youtu.be/ooWG4CKJt2c?si=ynQNMAojHl58FaRt The above video was sent in by one of our readers who wanted to remain anonymous. It is not known at this time what led up to the altercation. If you have any photos or videos you would like to share, you can do so by e-mailing tips@houstonstringer.com

HOUSTON, TX - A fatal crash occurred on Highway 225 near Allen Genoa shortly shortly after 11 p.m. last night when a wrong-way driver collided with another vehicle. In the video below (sent in by one of our readers), you can see the wrong-way driver causing the crash before the vehicle catches on fire. (Viewer discretion is advised) https://youtube.com/shorts/o5df6RgH_Oc?feature=share This is a confirmed fatal accident, but further details are pending as this is a developing story. If you have any information about this incident, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department. If you have a story tip, you can send it to tips@houstonstringer.com.

HOUSTON, TX - Police are investigating a fatal car fire that occurred shortly after 8 a.m. in front of TAXA Outdoors in the 7900 block of Blankenship. Officers arrived at the scene to find a male inside a vehicle who had been badly burned. The male was extracted from the vehicle and pronounced deceased at the scene. https://youtu.be/K_E1KPknbpE At this time, investigators have not found any clear indications of foul play, but the investigation remains ongoing. Homicide detectives were called to the scene as a precaution while officers continue to gather information. The deceased is described as a Hispanic male in his 50s who was a former contractor for the business Police are working to obtain security surveillance from nearby businesses and speak with any potential witnesses....

HOUSTON, TX – A local nail salon, Nails of America Heights (2401 N. Shepherd) needs your help after a suspect stole from a nail technician while getting a pedicure. The suspect was caught on video. https://youtube.com/shorts/hFrfp6mufXY?feature=share The suspect reportedly stole a gel and a drill machine, both with a value of more than $500, If you have any information about the suspect, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department, or the Nail Salon. Below is a photo of the suspects face.

HOUSTON, TX - A fatal crash involving two vehicles occurred on the Eastex Freeway inbound, just south of Greens Road, Tuesday afternoon. https://youtu.be/8vPEuhZwDPA The crash happened around 3:20 p.m. Two people were reportedly killed, and a third person was reportedly transported to a hospital. One of the vehicles involved caught fire, but further details about the victims have not been released. This is a developing story. We will update you as soon as we learn more.