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Man fatally shot after physical altercation with girlfriend and her brother in northwest Harris County

20Dec

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Harris County

Man fatally shot after physical altercation with girlfriend and her brother in northwest Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A man was pronounced deceased following a shooting during a domestic disturbance early Saturday morning. https://youtu.be/mw0TtRmNYNc Around 3 a.m. on December 14, 2024, Harris County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a weapons disturbance in the 23000 block of Bauer Hockley Road in northwest Harris County. Upon arrival, deputies found a 42-year-old man unresponsive with apparent gunshot injuries. EMS personnel attempted life-saving measures but pronounced the man deceased at the scene. According to investigators, the incident began with a physical altercation between the victim and his girlfriend. The girlfriend contacted her brother, who arrived shortly afterward and became involved in an altercation with the victim. The confrontation escalated, result...

Person found dead in a pickup truck after it catches on fire at a home in west Houston

20Dec

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Houston

Person found dead in a pickup truck after it catches on fire at a home in west Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Houston police are investigating the death of an individual found in a vehicle that caught fire at 7811 Wickersham Lane early Wednesday morning. https://youtu.be/n3RlbMvq6wY Officers responded to the scene around 4:50 a.m. after receiving a report of a deceased person inside a vehicle. According to investigators, the vehicle had struck the back of an unoccupied parked truck in a driveway at approximately 12:55 a.m. Hours later, the vehicle, which was occupied, caught fire, spreading flames to the parked truck and the home. The residents of the home called 911, and no other injuries were reported. The identity, gender, and cause of death are pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. Anyone with information is urged to contact the H...

Teenager shot four times during attempted carjacking at Gerber Park

20Dec

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Harris County

Teenager shot four times during attempted carjacking at Gerber Park

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – The Harris County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that occurred during an attempted carjacking at Gerber Park on Gaston Street on Wednesday. https://youtu.be/gQsPivEWhS4 According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, a 17-year-old male was shot four times in the chest during the incident. The teen managed to drive himself to a parking lot at the corner of East Mount Houston and the Eastex Freeway, where he collapsed. Bystanders in the parking lot called 911. The teenage victim is reportedly in stable condition and undergoing surgery. Authorities believe two suspects may be involved and are optimistic about making arrests soon. Investigators are currently interviewing multiple witnesses.

19Dec

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Houston

Shooting on S 72nd Street

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Thursday morning in the 400 block of S 72nd Street. https://youtu.be/8C7kOs8Vqvs?si=iMEvpopOCXdyBxpY The condition of those involved is currently unknown. The investigation remains ongoing, and more information will be provided as it becomes available. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Driver killed in rollover crash on Atascocita Road following collision with pickup

19Dec

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Houston

Driver killed in rollover crash on Atascocita Road following collision with pickup

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – The Harris County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal crash that occurred Thursday morning on Atascocita Road. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbzrBvxKxKw&ab_channel=houstonstringer The incident took place around 5:50 a.m. in the 1200 block of Atascocita Road. According to investigators, a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado was traveling westbound with an adult female driver, an adult male passenger, and a juvenile female passenger. A 2007 Ford Taurus, driven by an adult male, was traveling eastbound and attempted to make a left turn into a parking lot. The Chevrolet Silverado struck the right side of the Ford Taurus, causing the Taurus to roll over. The driver of the Taurus was partially ejected and sustained fatal injuries. The three occupants of the Silver...

Person found dead in pickup truck after it catches on fire at home in west Houston

18Dec

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Houston

Person found dead in pickup truck after it catches on fire at home in west Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A person was found dead in a pickup truck following a fire at a home in west Houston on Wednesday morning. https://youtu.be/n3RlbMvq6wY?si=HAaNUodiaqH7f-IB The fire occurred at a residence in the 7800 block of Wichersham. According to the Houston Fire Department (HFD), the call initially reported a pickup truck on fire. Upon arrival, firefighters found the fire had spread to a second vehicle, the home, and the garage. While extinguishing the blaze, crews discovered a body inside one of the vehicles. The Houston Fire Department’s Arson Division and the Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division are investigating the incident. A family residing in the home was able to escape without injuries, according to officials. Authorities have not indicated whether there ...

16Dec

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Houston

Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle on Denmark

HOUSTON, TX – A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle around 6 p.m. on the 4200 block of Denmark Avenue. The condition of the individual is currently unknown. https://youtu.be/3nMRevq6VfU Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS. More information will be provided if it becomes available.

Two injured in shooting at McDonald’s parking lot on Northwest Freeway

16Dec

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Houston

Two injured in shooting at McDonald’s parking lot on Northwest Freeway

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are investigating a shooting that left an adult male and female in serious condition after they drove to the McDonald’s parking lot at the 10400 block of the Northwest Freeway. https://youtu.be/9Ua5rWp6yzw According to police, the shooting is believed to have occurred after an argument between the shooter and the two victims. Both victims were found in McDonald’s parking lot, and transported to the hospital in serious condition. If you have any information about this case, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Smokey Mountain seeks help identifying repeat theft suspects

16Dec

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Houston

Smokey Mountain seeks help identifying repeat theft suspects

HOUSTON, TX – Smokey Mountain Smoke Shop is asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects caught on surveillance video stealing items from their store Saturday evening. https://youtube.com/shorts/jfHjQ09KFUA?feature=share The theft occurred at their location on Dairy Ashford and marks the second time these individuals have targeted the same store. According to Smokey Mountain, the suspects have stolen more than $2,000 worth of items across both incidents before fleeing the scene. If you recognize the suspects, you are urged to contact Smokey Mountain or police.

Shooting at Summit at Hirsch Rd Apartment Complex

15Dec

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Houston

Shooting at Summit at Hirsch Rd Apartment Complex

HOUSTON, TX – Houston police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred at an apartment complex in the 6600 block of Hirsch Road around 6:15 p.m. on Sunday. https://youtu.be/MazncoWvugM According to investigators, HPD officers arrived at the scene and found a male unresponsive with gunshot wounds in a stairwell. Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced the man deceased at the scene. His identity is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. A female at the scene identified herself as the shooter. She informed officers that the male unlawfully entered her apartment and, after a brief confrontation and struggle, she shot him. The woman was not injured. The Harris County District Attorney's Office determined the case would be referred to...