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Man arrested in connection with deadly double shooting in southeast Houston
Houston

Man arrested in connection with deadly double shooting in southeast Houston

A suspect named Jose Fernandez, 24, has been arrested and charged with murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection with a fatal shooting at 7808 Bellfort Avenue on March 8. One man was found dead at the scene while another was taken to the hospital with gunshot wounds. Fernandez was identified as the suspect through a preliminary investigation, and he was later arrested and admitted to his role in the incident. The identity of the deceased victim is pending notification to family members.
Man arrested after shooting woman and returning to the scene of the crime as police were investigating
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Man arrested after shooting woman and returning to the scene of the crime as police were investigating

February 27, 2023 - According to the Houston Police Department, Victor Jonatan Gallegos Betancourh, 26, has been charged with aggravated assault of a family member in the 177th State District Court for shooting a 20-year-old woman at 8400 Scott Street. Photo Courtesy of HPD The victim was transported to the hospital in critical condition. Gallegos Betancourh was detained by officers after he returned to the scene, and further investigation determined he was responsible for the shooting. The Harris County District Attorney's Office was consulted, and charges were filed against him.
Centerpoint named in a lawsuit following fatal crash in southwest Houston
Houston

Centerpoint named in a lawsuit following fatal crash in southwest Houston

Houston, Texas - A lawsuit has been filed against CenterPoint Energy, Inc. in the Harris County court over a fatal crash that took place at the intersection of South Gessner Road and Neff Street in Houston, Texas on December 24, 2021. The suit has been brought by the surviving family members of the deceased, Juan A Sapon and Marta Santizo, who died as a result of the collision. According to the court documents, Juan A Sapon and Marta Santizo were traveling eastbound in their car and were stopped at a stop sign before proceeding to enter the intersection. Suddenly, they were hit by a car operated by Alessio Bevinetto, who was traveling at a high speed and fled the scene. The collision resulted in the severe injury and death of both Juan A Sapon and Marta Santizo. Bevinetto was later ...
An argument over a woman leads to a man being shot
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An argument over a woman leads to a man being shot

January 28, 2023 - A shooting occurred near Elysian and Collingsworth in Houston around 9:50 PM. after police say two men were arguing over a woman. According to the Houston Police Department, the two males were involved in an argument earlier in the day. Police say the suspect shot the victim multiple times before fleeing the scene. The victim was able to run across the street before collapsing in a parking lot. Multiple people then called 911. The Houston Fire Department arrived on the scene and immediately began CPR before transporting him to Ben Taub. However, the victim was pronounced deceased upon arrival.
New information leads police to a second suspect linked to capital murder case
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New information leads police to a second suspect linked to capital murder case

January 24, 2023 - A 20-year-old Houston man has been charged with capital murder after investigators were able to recently obtain new information that connected him to a murder that occurred back in 2022. John Howard Mugshot (Courtesy of) HPD Police have now arrested John Howard (pictured above) for allegedly robbing a man and killing him in the 1200 block of Redford on September 21, 2022. According to investigators, "The two victims were inside an apartment at the above address when two black male suspects entered and shot the victims. The suspects took money and other items from the victims and fled the scene. Paramedics pronounced one victim, later identified as Mr. (Juan) Juarez, deceased at the scene and transported the other victim to an area hospital." Police have been ...
Video: Domestic violence double shooting leaves mother dead, daughter in hospital in southeast Houston
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Video: Domestic violence double shooting leaves mother dead, daughter in hospital in southeast Houston

Police are investigating a double shooting in southeast Houston that left a mother dead and her daughter in the hospital. Police believe the shooting occurred because of domestic violence. According to the Houston Police Department, the Houston Fire Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 4500 block of Idaho St, shortly after 10 p.m. When they arrived they found two victims that had been shot. One of these victims, a mother, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Her daughter was transported to a local hospital and is said to be in stable condition. Police are looking for the suspect which had a relationship with the mother. He is described as a black male, possibly in his 50s. He was caught on camera leaving and running from the scene on foot. Police ask that if you have...
Houston man shot in buttocks during an argument at an apartment complex in northeast Houston
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Houston man shot in buttocks during an argument at an apartment complex in northeast Houston

January 21, 2023 - A man was shot in the buttocks during an argument Saturday evening in northern Houston just before 9 p.m. According to officers, the man got into an argument at an apartment complex on Bennington Dr. During this argument, someone opened fire and he was struck in the buttocks. Police say the man was then taken to his home at an apartment complex located in the 7600 block of E Houston Rd. He was then put into another private vehicle and transported to a local hospital where he is expected to recover.
Neighbor shoots and kills would-be intruder in north Houston
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Neighbor shoots and kills would-be intruder in north Houston

January 21, 2023 - A neighbor in north Houston was shot and killed a burglary suspect trying to enter the house next door just before midnight. According to police, the neighbor heard the suspect trying to break into the house next door. The neighbor decided to go outside and confront the suspect. The suspect, the neighbor claims, then charged at the neighbor. Fearing for their life, the neighbor fired his weapon and struck the suspect. The suspect was then pronounced deceased at the scene.
Video: Fatal accident in Houston’s Museum District
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Video: Fatal accident in Houston’s Museum District

January 20, 2023 - Police say a man was possibly struck by a vehicle and left in the roadway. Police originally responded to a report of a shooting in the 1000 block of Palm near Fannin in Houston's Museum District just before midnight. According to the Houston Police Department, when they arrived, they found a man deceased in the roadway. Officers have not ruled out it was a shooting, but do believe he was possibly struck by a vehicle. That vehicle left the scene. If you have any information about this accident, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Video: HCSO chase ends in southwest Houston
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Video: HCSO chase ends in southwest Houston

A man in a dodge challenger crashed into an innocent driver after leading police on a chase after an "intersection takeover" in Spring Branch. According to Sgt. J. Carroll of the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the man led police on a 29-minute chase from Hammerly and Blalock. The suspect then crashed into an innocent driver on Renwick & Jessamine. He was injured during the crash and taken to a local hospital where he was treated for his injuries before being taken to jail. The innocent driver was not injured during the crash.