Thursday, November 14

Safety

Texas man and two others arrested after locking 6-year-old in Washateria Dryer over bag of chips
12Nov By Houston StringerNo Comments
Crime, Headlines, Safety, U.S.

Texas man and two others arrested after locking 6-year-old in Washateria Dryer over bag of chips

On November 11, 2024, deputies with Constable Mark Herman's Office responded to a distressing call at the Hi Tek Washateria in the 13000 block of Kuykendahl Road, where a six-year-old child was reportedly locked inside a clothing dryer. Upon arrival, deputies located the visibly shaken and crying child. Constable deputies moved to detain suspects on scene, leading to a foot chase when a male suspect attempted to evade. During the pursuit, a woman blocked a deputy by pushing him. She was detained and identified as Life Ford. The male suspect, Haven Duncan, was apprehended on site and found carrying a loaded firearm. Following a search perimeter, deputies located and identified the evading suspect as Jaqory Gill. The investigation revealed that the child was under the care of Ford...
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Two HPD officers were injured after their vehicle crashed into a ditch following a brief pursuit
11Nov By Houston StringerNo Comments
Crime, Houston, Safety, Texas

Two HPD officers were injured after their vehicle crashed into a ditch following a brief pursuit

November 11, 2024 – Two Houston Police officers were injured in a crash that occurred following a pursuit of a white Suburban that began in the Greenspoint Mall parking lot overnight. https://youtu.be/chnnLY_pIpU The incident started around 9:06 p.m. when officers observed several vehicles driving recklessly in the parking area of Greenspoint Mall. After they activated their emergency equipment, a white Suburban was spotted driving recklessly, narrowly missing two other vehicles as it exited the lot and continued driving the wrong-way, and ran multiple red lights. Officers attempted to pursue the vehicle, but their patrol car bottomed out in the 11800 block of Greenspoint Rd, causing them to lose control. The vehicle then struck a water main, collided with a concrete barrier,...
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Woman critically injured after chasing man in Aldine Bender crash
11Nov By Houston StringerNo Comments
Crime, Harris County, Safety, Texas

Woman critically injured after chasing man in Aldine Bender crash

November 11, 2024 – Harris County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a crash linked to an alleged domestic violence incident on the 1900 block of Aldine Bender Road around 3:40 a.m. this morning. https://youtu.be/lCKFOS4isGU According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, a disturbance occurred between a man and woman at their residence, resulting in the man leaving in a vehicle. The woman reportedly pursued him in a separate vehicle, and during the chase, she allegedly rammed his vehicle, causing it to veer off the road and collide with an awning. Both individuals were transported to a hospital. The man is reported to be in good condition, while the woman remains in surgery in critical condition.
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Small airplane crashes in field after crashing into trees
4Jul By Houston StringerNo Comments
Delaware

Small airplane crashes in field after crashing into trees

SUSSEX COUNTY, DE - According to the Roxana Volunteer Fire Company, firefighters were dispatched just before 4 p.m. to 34775 Rickards Road for a plane crash. The aircraft was found upside down at the end of a field, having fallen from the trees that it crashed into. Credit: Millville Volunteer Fire Company The sole occupant of the plane was located outside the aircraft with minor injuries. The aircraft was secured with no fuel leaks, and Sussex County Paramedics tended to the pilot, who refused transport. Credit: Millville Volunteer Fire Company Multiple agencies assisted, including units Sussex County Paramedics, and the Millville Volunteer Fire Company. Multiple fire and police from the area also assisted including Delaware State Police.
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Firefighter injured battling structure fire in Somerville
4Jul By Houston StringerNo Comments
New Jersey

Firefighter injured battling structure fire in Somerville

SOMERVILLE, NJ - A firefighter was injured after suffering a medical emergency during a structure fire Tuesday afternoon. Photo Credit: Somerville Fire Department According to the Somerville Fire Department Station 57/52 and EMS 54 were dispatched at about 2:45 p.m. Tuesday to 25 E. Cliff Street for a reported structure fire called in by a neighbor. Chief 57 arrived on location to find a three-story single-family private dwelling with fire conditions on the second floor and heavy smoke throughout the second and third floors. During initial operations, a firefighter suffered a medical emergency and was transported to a local hospital where they are currently in critical but stable condition. Due to the rapidly developing conditions, a second alarm was transmitted and held to...
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3-year-old airlifted after nearly drowning in Enchanted Oaks
2Jul By Houston StringerNo Comments
Texas

3-year-old airlifted after nearly drowning in Enchanted Oaks

PAYNE SPRINGS, TX - A 3-year-old child was airlifted after Payne Springs Fire Rescue firefighters responded to a report of a drowning in Enchanted Oaks. Photo Credit: Payne Springs Fire Rescue via Facebook According to Payne Springs Fire Rescue (PSFR), the call came in shortly after 10 a.m. Units immediately responded and began treating the child. A landing zone was set up for UT Health Air 1 West at the soccer field and the child was transported to Children's Hospital in Dallas, Texas. Photo Credit: Payne Springs Fire Rescue via Facebook The condition of the child is not known at this time, but this is classified as a near drowning. According to PSFR, this is the 3rd call on the lake involving pediatric patients this summer and are urging the public to "use the u...
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Biden Administration Announces First Creator Economy Conference
29Jun By Houston StringerNo Comments
Politics, U.S.

Biden Administration Announces First Creator Economy Conference

ANAHEIM, CA (June 28, 2024) - Christian Tom, the director of the White House Office of Digital Strategy announced at VidCon on Friday that the White House will host its first ever Creator Economy Conference. The Conference will be held on August 14, 2024, and at this time appears to be by invitation only. If you are a creator and would like to apply you can apply via whitehouse.gov.
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Houston Ranks #2 in U.S. Postal Service Dog Bite National Rankings
30May By Houston StringerNo Comments
Business, U.S.

Houston Ranks #2 in U.S. Postal Service Dog Bite National Rankings

HOUSTON, May 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Postal Service has released its annual dog bite national rankings, with Houston placing second in the country. In 2023, there were 56 reported dog attacks on Postal Service employees in the city, highlighting the ongoing need for increased awareness and preventive measures. The release of these rankings coincides with the USPS 2024 National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign, which runs from June 2 to June 9. This year’s theme, "Don't let your dog bite the hand that serves you," aims to educate dog owners on responsible pet ownership and ensure the safety of mail carriers. "Letter carriers are exposed to potential hazards every day, none more prevalent than a canine encounter. All it takes is one interaction for a letter carrier to possibl...
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FBI Seeks Additional Victims of a Former Tutor in Child Sexual Abuse Investigation
6Feb By Houston StringerNo Comments
Louisiana

FBI Seeks Additional Victims of a Former Tutor in Child Sexual Abuse Investigation

NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 6, 2024 - The FBI’s New Orleans Division is calling for public assistance to identify potential victims in the child sexual abuse investigation involving Stephen Andrew Cipkin. Cipkin has been charged with child sexual abuse and other related offenses in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana. Investigations have uncovered that Cipkin initiated an online child exploitation scheme starting in 2022, spanning Suffolk County, New York, and Northwest Louisiana. Cipkin, who also worked as a tutor in New York, used several online usernames, including “sac8635”, “ArabellaC”, “Human no-more”, “numb little bug”, “Swiffer1”, “@onlygoodguy”, and “Ur_Perfect_Daddy”. Stephen Andrew Cipkin (FBI) Individuals or guardians of minors who have had any interactio...
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