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Woman Shot in Face During Robbery Attempt in Apartment Parking Lot
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Woman Shot in Face During Robbery Attempt in Apartment Parking Lot

HOUSTON, TX - A woman was shot in the face during an attempted robbery in her apartment complex parking lot. The incident occurred in the 6100 block of Gulf Freeway at the Brookdale Village Apartments when the woman returned home from work and was followed into the parking lot by an unknown male suspect. The suspect demanded money from the woman, and during the exchange, he fired a round, striking her in the face. https://youtu.be/qzkR_RXj_f8 After the gunshot, the suspect fled the scene. The woman managed to run into her apartment and called 911. Eastside Patrol officers arrived promptly, rendered aid, and called Houston Fire Department (HFD) personnel, who then transported her to a local hospital. She is reported to be in stable condition. At this time, there is no furthe...
Man Fatally Shot During Possible Drive-By at Party on Chadwick Street
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Man Fatally Shot During Possible Drive-By at Party on Chadwick Street

HOUSTON, TX - A man believed to be in his 20s was fatally shot during a possible drive-by incident at a party on Chadwick Street in Southwest Houston. Officers responded to the 7900 block of Chadwick, where they found the victim. He was transported to a local hospital but was later pronounced deceased. https://youtu.be/qzkR_RXj_f8 Initial reports indicate that a gathering was taking place at the location, although details surrounding the purpose of the party remain unclear. Houston Police Homicide detectives are investigating the shooting. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Motorcycle Pursuit Ends in Fatal Jump from Eastex Freeway Overpass
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Motorcycle Pursuit Ends in Fatal Jump from Eastex Freeway Overpass

HOUSTON, TX - A high-speed pursuit in Montgomery County concluded with a fatal incident when the suspect, a motorcycle rider, jumped from a bridge connecting the Eastex Freeway and I-10 flyovers and was fatally injured. https://youtu.be/qzkR_RXj_f8 This is a developing story and we will update you as we learn more information. If you have any information related to this incident, please contact the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Man Found Shot in Head in Box Truck After Causing Accident on Gulf Freeway
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Man Found Shot in Head in Box Truck After Causing Accident on Gulf Freeway

HOUSTON, TX - Houston Police are investigating an incident on the Gulf Freeway near the Woodridge exit, where a man was found shot in the head inside a box truck possibly operated "Bright Lights" (as seen on the back of the truck) leading to an accident after he became unresponsive. I Update 11/6/24: Initial reports stated that the family believed the shooting may have been a suicide attempt. However, on November 6, 2024, a friend of the family reached out to tips@houstonstringer.com to state that the family did not believe it was an attempted suicide. It should be noted that no firearm was found in the vehicle during the initial search, and the investigation is very much in its preliminary stages. The man was transported to a nearby hospital. Major Assaults investigators have ...
Man hospitalized after being shot twice while standing outside of his apartment
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Man hospitalized after being shot twice while standing outside of his apartment

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are investigating a shooting that occurred around 2:20 a.m. today in the 9600 block of West Montgomery at the Garden City apartment complex. According to police, an adult male was standing outside his apartment when two unknown males approached him and began shooting, striking him in the torso and leg. The suspects then fled the scene on foot. When officers arrived, they rendered aid to the victim and secured the scene. The victim was transported to a local hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. No other individuals inside the apartment were injured. Anyone with details about the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers or the Houston Police Department’s Major Assaults Division.
Storage shed catches on fire in north Houston
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Storage shed catches on fire in north Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A storage shed and a tree caught on fire near Fulton and Crosstimbers in north Houston just before 1 a.m. Saturday morning. The fire was quickly contained by the Houston Fire Department, and no injuries were reported. According to a witness named "Butterfly," who was the first on the scene, he immediately called 911 upon seeing the flames. "I wasn’t going to take any chances on somebody possibly being in there or sleeping," Butterfly said.
Suspect charged in fatal double stabbing at Spring Branch area apartment complex
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Suspect charged in fatal double stabbing at Spring Branch area apartment complex

HOUSTON, TX - Two people were stabbed at an apartment complex at 7507 Long Point in the Spring Branch area of Houston Thursday morning. https://youtu.be/W50mjer--w0 According to the Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division, officers responded to a cutting call around 7:40 a.m. and found both victims with stab wounds. A woman was found lying in front of a pickup truck and was pronounced deceased at the scene by Houston Fire Department paramedics, and a 73-year-old male victim was transported to a hospital in critical condition. Felipe Diaz Marin is now charged with murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection with the stabbings. According to court documents, the woman victim shared a last name with the suspect, but their relationship remains unknown. His ...
1 killed, 1 injured during a double stabbing incident on Long Point
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1 killed, 1 injured during a double stabbing incident on Long Point

HOUSTON, TX – Homicide detectives are investigating a fatal stabbing at an apartment complex in the 7500 block of Long Point Road. https://youtu.be/FUQtr7P94NE Around 7:35 a.m., two individuals were found with multiple stab wounds at the location. One was pronounced deceased at the scene, while the other was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. The investigation is ongoing. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
18-wheeler lands on guardrail during crash on Southwest Freeway
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18-wheeler lands on guardrail during crash on Southwest Freeway

HOUSTON, TX – An 18-wheeler ended up on a guardrail following a crash on the Southwest Freeway near the Weslayan exit. https://youtu.be/9sHjkdWVSzg The crash occurred around 9:30 a.m. this morning. Injuries remain unknown at this time. This is a developing story, and we will keep you updated if more information becomes available.
Man hospitalized after vehicle collides with light rail train at Fulton and Crosstimbers
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Man hospitalized after vehicle collides with light rail train at Fulton and Crosstimbers

HOUSTON, TX – At least one person was hospitalized following a crash involving a vehicle and a metro light rail train near the intersection of Fulton and Crosstimbers. https://youtu.be/KeIHdcDSivI The collision occurred around 8:30 a.m. Wednesday. Metro Police Department officers were on scene investigating. The severity of the man's injuries and what caused the crash remain unknown at this time. This is a developing story, and we will update as more information becomes available.