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Medical examiner rules death of man being escorted out of Harris County Jail a homicide
Read full article: Medical examiner rules death of man being escorted out of Harris County Jail a homicideA Harris County medical examiner has ruled the manner of death of a 32-year-old man involved in a struggle with detention officers while being escorted out of the Harris County Jail a homicide.
Former Harris County jailer wanted in luxury car theft scheme arrested at bail bond company
Read full article: Former Harris County jailer wanted in luxury car theft scheme arrested at bail bond companyCourt records show Mosley’s bond has been set at $10,000. Her co-defendant, 24-year-old Andrea Johnson, is still wanted.
Tricked by a uniform: Former Harris County jailer wanted in luxury car theft scheme
Read full article: Tricked by a uniform: Former Harris County jailer wanted in luxury car theft schemeStevie Mosley, 23, is charged with felony fraudulent transfer of a vehicle along with her co-defendant, 24-year-old Andrea Johnson. Both are currently wanted.
Unlicensed chiropractor arrested in Harris County, accused of sexually assaulting at least 12 patients
Read full article: Unlicensed chiropractor arrested in Harris County, accused of sexually assaulting at least 12 patientsA chiropractor was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly performing unlicensed procedures and sexually assaulting patients, the Harris County Sherriff’s Office says.
Deadly, fiery crash near Jersey Village shuts down FM 529 in all directions
Read full article: Deadly, fiery crash near Jersey Village shuts down FM 529 in all directionsInvestigators said a car flipped, caught fire, and pinned a person inside the vehicle. One of the occupants died, while another was able to be rescued, and a deputy suffered a minor burn trying to get them out.
At least 3 injured after shooting at NW Harris County apartment, several shell casings found in and outside complex
Read full article: At least 3 injured after shooting at NW Harris County apartment, several shell casings found in and outside complexDeputies said they found two people hurt, and there may have been a third victim, but they have not been found because they reportedly drove themselves to the hospital.
Houston dive teams among the nationwide effort to find remaining missing in Texas Hill Country flood
Read full article: Houston dive teams among the nationwide effort to find remaining missing in Texas Hill Country floodElite Houston dive teams are in the Texas Hill Country using rare underwater sonar to search 127 miles of the Guadalupe River for the final two victims of the deadly July 4 flood.
Defense attorney suggests Harris County suspected serial rapist had consensual relation
Read full article: Defense attorney suggests Harris County suspected serial rapist had consensual relationA man facing multiple criminal charges following a Harris County Sheriff’s Office serial rape investigation appeared before a judge Thursday morning.
North Shore community addressing gun violence after tragedy strikes team for third time
Read full article: North Shore community addressing gun violence after tragedy strikes team for third timeCommunity leaders and residents of North Shore are gathering Monday evening to address an alarming surge in youth gun violence that has claimed multiple lives and disrupted the local high school’s football program.
Former corrections officer accused of targeting women on dating apps in Harris County serial rape investigation
Read full article: Former corrections officer accused of targeting women on dating apps in Harris County serial rape investigationThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office has launched a serial rape investigation after the arrest of 47-year-old Carl Earl Redfield, KPRC 2 has confirmed.
Harris Co. detective arrested for allegedly pointing gun at teen during apparent road rage incident
Read full article: Harris Co. detective arrested for allegedly pointing gun at teen during apparent road rage incidentInvestigators said Jason Ganaway, a 16-year veteran with the Harris Co. Sheriff's Office, denied pointing a gun at the teen driver, but court documents claim he had a lot of inconsistencies in his account of what happened.
North Shore football star Chace Calicut denies role in Houston shooting, claims he was threatened
Read full article: North Shore football star Chace Calicut denies role in Houston shooting, claims he was threatenedStanding silently at a Houston press conference Thursday, North Shore High School football star Chace Calicut let others do the talking about his alleged involvement in a July 6 shooting that has put his promising athletic future at risk.
North Shore HS senior killed in pool party shooting, linked to other shooting weeks prior
Read full article: North Shore HS senior killed in pool party shooting, linked to other shooting weeks priorA North Shore High School senior was killed and two others were injured in a drive-by shooting at a pool party early Monday morning, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
2 workers hospitalized for ‘headaches and nausea’ after unknown odor at Deer Park chemical plant
Read full article: 2 workers hospitalized for ‘headaches and nausea’ after unknown odor at Deer Park chemical plantHarris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said there is an unknown odor at an industrial site "causing some to experience headaches and nausea."
North Shore student killed, 2 others hurt in shooting at east Harris County pool party
Read full article: North Shore student killed, 2 others hurt in shooting at east Harris County pool partyInvestigators said there appeared to be several shooters who fired into a crowd of about 25 to 30 teenagers during a pool party at an apartment complex.
‘The community hero,’ how Texans’ C.J. Stroud gives back to families, students with Back to School event, local partners
Read full article: ‘The community hero,’ how Texans’ C.J. Stroud gives back to families, students with Back to School event, local partnersTexans quarterback gives back with foundation at Back to School event partnering with Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, District Attorney Sean Teare, City Controller Chris Hollins, other community leaders
Man surrenders to deputies after hours-long standoff in north Harris County
Read full article: Man surrenders to deputies after hours-long standoff in north Harris CountyInvestigators said the man shot at responding deputies when they first tried to speak with him, and SWAT officers arrived after he barricaded himself inside a home.
Honduran national accused of human smuggling, holding Chinese immigrant captive in Harris County trailer
Read full article: Honduran national accused of human smuggling, holding Chinese immigrant captive in Harris County trailerA man from Honduras is facing serious charges, and his immigration status is put on hold for allegedly kidnapping a woman and leaving her locked in a room for days.
Harris County Sheriff’s Office donation drive brings relief to flood-ravaged Kerr County
Read full article: Harris County Sheriff’s Office donation drive brings relief to flood-ravaged Kerr CountyAs Kerr County continues recovering from devastating floods, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office is leading a major donation drive to support families who lost everything.
More deaths reported in Harris County Jail than 2024: Texas Jail Commission
Read full article: More deaths reported in Harris County Jail than 2024: Texas Jail CommissionSo far in 2025, as many as 12 inmates have died while in custody in Harris County Jail, surpassing the total number of 10 in all of 2024.
Man barricades himself inside a Burger King in NW Harris County, deputies investigating
Read full article: Man barricades himself inside a Burger King in NW Harris County, deputies investigatingSheriff Ed Gonzalez says two men were seen inside the Burger King on FM 1960 near the North Freeway. At least one of the men was detained, but another remains barricaded inside. HCSO's SWAT team has been deployed to the scene.
79-year-old man found after reported missing since Fourth of July, last seen in north Harris County
Read full article: 79-year-old man found after reported missing since Fourth of July, last seen in north Harris CountySheriff’s deputies say Roosevelt Smith, 79, was last seen around 10 p.m. on Aiken Lane in the Greenspoint area.
14-year-old accidentally shot, killed by sibling in NE Harris County, deputies say several guns found inside home
Read full article: 14-year-old accidentally shot, killed by sibling in NE Harris County, deputies say several guns found inside homeAuthorities are trying to piece together what led up to a teenage boy getting shot to death in NE Harris County on the Fourth of July overnight hours.
Teen dies after going airborne during crash in west Harris County, landing in bayou
Read full article: Teen dies after going airborne during crash in west Harris County, landing in bayou“Witnesses stated that he did go airborne, and then he ended up on the far side of the bayou,” Lt. R. Berry Jr. with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said. “I guess God was with him."
Family, friends speak out about loved one’s death in Harris County Jail
Read full article: Family, friends speak out about loved one’s death in Harris County JailThe family and friends of Ronald Erwin Pate, 35, who died June 24 at Ben Taub Hospital after being in Harris County Jail for 13 days, are calling for increased funding and better medical care at the jail.
Woman stabbed to death while playing game inside west Harris County convenience store
Read full article: Woman stabbed to death while playing game inside west Harris County convenience storeInvestigators said the woman was seated, playing a game inside the store, when a man stabbed her several times in the chest and head before taking off on a bicycle.
Bodycam video shows knife-wielding man shot, killed by Harris Co. deputies outside clinic
Read full article: Bodycam video shows knife-wielding man shot, killed by Harris Co. deputies outside clinicBodycam video showed the moment when officers broke the window, opened the door, and deployed a taser while trying to get him out as well as a close-up of the knife in Ishamel Davis' hand.
15-year-old with verbal autism found safe after being reported missing in east Harris County
Read full article: 15-year-old with verbal autism found safe after being reported missing in east Harris CountyHELP US FIND: Investigators say Mikael McComb, 15, is verbally autistic and "may be in a mental crisis." Here's how you help find him if you have any information on his whereabouts.
Harris Co. Sheriff’s Office looking to fill about 200 vacancies during job fair in Humble
Read full article: Harris Co. Sheriff’s Office looking to fill about 200 vacancies during job fair in HumbleLooking for a job? The Sheriff's Office will be interviewing job seekers this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as they look to hire 189 detention officers and 10 communications officers.
Son arrested for hitting mother several times with hammer after argument in west Harris County
Read full article: Son arrested for hitting mother several times with hammer after argument in west Harris CountyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office says it happened in the 18700 block of Holly Way in west Harris County.
Federal lawsuit filed on behalf of woman shot 5 times by Harris County deputies inside friend’s apartment
Read full article: Federal lawsuit filed on behalf of woman shot 5 times by Harris County deputies inside friend’s apartmentAttorneys Ben Crump and Devon Jacob have filed a federal civil rights lawsuit on behalf of a woman who was shot five times by deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office while she was inside her friend’s apartment last year.
12 arrested, over $4K in stolen merchandise recovered in sting to disrupt Harris County organized retail theft
Read full article: 12 arrested, over $4K in stolen merchandise recovered in sting to disrupt Harris County organized retail theftThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Gulf Coast Criminal Investigators Association, has launched Operation Blitz.
Driver killed in fiery crash after refusing to pull over during two separate traffic stops
Read full article: Driver killed in fiery crash after refusing to pull over during two separate traffic stopsHouston police said officers with Memorial Village PD tried pulling over the driver on two separate occasions on the same day, but the second time he ran several lights and crashed into two vehicles before his car caught fire.
Man shot several times, left for dead by apartment dumpster in west Harris County
Read full article: Man shot several times, left for dead by apartment dumpster in west Harris CountyHarris County deputies were called to do a welfare check at an apartment early Monday morning, when they found a man dead from several gunshot wounds.
Deputies investigating man killed outside NW Harris County apartment stairwell
Read full article: Deputies investigating man killed outside NW Harris County apartment stairwellOfficials said a weapon was found, but couldn't disclose if that was the weapon used to kill the man. Deputies also detained several witnesses and the man's suspected killer.
‘You will not get compassion:’ Harris Co. leaders deliver stern warning for drunk drivers ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
Read full article: ‘You will not get compassion:’ Harris Co. leaders deliver stern warning for drunk drivers ahead of Memorial Day Weekend”You will not get compassion, you won’t get a second chance if you commit this crime, because I have been on too many scenes where people lose their lives because of this," DA Sean Teare said during a news conference.
Harris Co. deputies looking for missing man ‘in need of medication’ last seen in Humble
Read full article: Harris Co. deputies looking for missing man ‘in need of medication’ last seen in HumbleHAVE YOU SEEN HIM? The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said Tavares Jackson is considered to be "in imminent danger" and "is in need of medication."
Deputy hospitalized after another driver crashes into his patrol car in west Harris Co.
Read full article: Deputy hospitalized after another driver crashes into his patrol car in west Harris Co.The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says it happened around 8:30 p.m. near the intersection of Greenhouse Road and Hollyhock Drive.
Good Samaritans pull e-bike off Harris Co. deputy after crashing in downtown Houston
Read full article: Good Samaritans pull e-bike off Harris Co. deputy after crashing in downtown HoustonInvestigators said the off-duty cop was on his motorcycle, and a driver cut him off while he was trying to make a left turn at an intersection.
Over a handful of officer-involved shootings reported in Houston since the start of May
Read full article: Over a handful of officer-involved shootings reported in Houston since the start of MayHouston began the month with police shooting a man who they say led them on a chase in a stolen SUV. The next day, Mayor John Whitmire announced a five-year contract agreement with the police officers’ union.
Off-duty officer shoots 2 teens in his NE Harris County backyard, killing one of them
Read full article: Off-duty officer shoots 2 teens in his NE Harris County backyard, killing one of themIt's believed the two men may have entered the officer's backyard while fleeing a drive-by shooting, but the Sheriff's Office is still working to confirm that.
Suspected trespasser shot, killed by deputies outside clinic in NW Harris County
Read full article: Suspected trespasser shot, killed by deputies outside clinic in NW Harris CountyInvestigators said that after security asked the man sleeping in his car to leave, a deputy arrived, and backup had to be called when he refused.
‘Career criminal’ accused of assaulting his HCSO deputy girlfriend in Houston
Read full article: ‘Career criminal’ accused of assaulting his HCSO deputy girlfriend in HoustonA man with an extensive criminal history spanning multiple states was arrested for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend, who is also a deputy with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, records show.
Harris County murder initially seen as road rage now tied to domestic violence
Read full article: Harris County murder initially seen as road rage now tied to domestic violenceDeputies were searching for the person they said shot and killed a woman in a possible road rage incident in northwest Harris County.
Man seen firing gun outside apartment balcony in NW Harris Co. shot to death by SWAT members
Read full article: Man seen firing gun outside apartment balcony in NW Harris Co. shot to death by SWAT membersIt's unclear if anyone has been hit by the gunfire, but deputies said the gunman may have since barricaded himself in the apartment.
Pedestrian killed, 2 Harris Co. deputies hospitalized after suspected drunk driver hits patrol car blocking crash scene
Read full article: Pedestrian killed, 2 Harris Co. deputies hospitalized after suspected drunk driver hits patrol car blocking crash sceneA pedestrian is dead and two officers were hospitalized overnight Sunday after blocking the crash site in north Harris County where it happened.
Former Harris County deputy faces new excessive force lawsuit after ‘unlawful arrest’ of Langham Creek HS students
Read full article: Former Harris County deputy faces new excessive force lawsuit after ‘unlawful arrest’ of Langham Creek HS studentsA former Harris County sheriff’s deputy is facing multiple civil rights lawsuits alleging excessive force including a new one connected to a 2023 incident involving two high school students.
11-year-old’s body recovered after child fell into Cypress Creek in Spring area
Read full article: 11-year-old’s body recovered after child fell into Cypress Creek in Spring areaFirst responders are searching a creek in the Spring area after a 11-year-old child reportedly fell in and has not resurfaced.
Passenger killed after driver loses control of car, flips into water in Channelview
Read full article: Passenger killed after driver loses control of car, flips into water in ChannelviewDeputies said the driver pulled his passenger out of the car after the crash and did not appear intoxicated. He also passed field sobriety tests.
Grimes Co. escaped inmate found at north Harris County motel room, 2 others arrested for hindering
Read full article: Grimes Co. escaped inmate found at north Harris County motel room, 2 others arrested for hinderingThe Grimes County Sheriff’s Office is currently on the lookout for an inmate who escaped from Cypress Creek Behavioral Hospital.
Family of Audrii Cunningham speaks in front of state lawmakers in Austin
Read full article: Family of Audrii Cunningham speaks in front of state lawmakers in AustinThe family of Audrii Cunningham, the slain 11-year-old Livingston girl, will testify in front of Texas state lawmakers on Tuesday as they push to change sex offender registry laws.
‘He needs to be held responsible’: Homeowner demands answers after off-duty deputy shoots, kills his dog
Read full article: ‘He needs to be held responsible’: Homeowner demands answers after off-duty deputy shoots, kills his dogAn investigation is underway after a dog was shot to death by an off-duty deputy in Klein on Tuesday. The dog’s owner, Mason Monaghan, believes his beloved dog was killed by a deputy with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office who just so happens to be his neighbor.
Man found dead against concrete barrier on Sam Houston Parkway; authorities investigating
Read full article: Man found dead against concrete barrier on Sam Houston Parkway; authorities investigatingDeputies from Constable Mark Herman’s office are investigating after a man was found dead against a concrete barrier on the N Sam Houston Parkway W.
14-year-old boy found shot to death near retention bond in west Harris co.
Read full article: 14-year-old boy found shot to death near retention bond in west Harris co.Initial reports from deputies are two large groups of young men met up near the retention pond when a fight broke out and someone pulled out a gun.
KPRC 2 helps sexual assault survivor get answers on 4-year-old investigation
Read full article: KPRC 2 helps sexual assault survivor get answers on 4-year-old investigationA sexual assault survivor is again seeing movement on her case after reaching out to KPRC 2 Investigates for help. The woman who contacted us was attacked in March 2021 in area off Westheimer Road between Eldridge Parkway and Highway 6.
Mother, son found shot to death at N. Harris Co. apartment complex
Read full article: Mother, son found shot to death at N. Harris Co. apartment complexThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating after a man and woman died after being shot at an apartment complex in the northern part of the county Monday.
Neighbor accused of shooting up birthday party in NE Harris County
Read full article: Neighbor accused of shooting up birthday party in NE Harris CountySheriff Ed Gonzalez said James Thompson allegedly got into an argument with several people at the party before shooting at everyone in the driveway, injuring the homeowner.
FBI finds cooler, sulfuric acid inside northwest Harris County storage unit tied to New Orleans attack suspect.
Read full article: FBI finds cooler, sulfuric acid inside northwest Harris County storage unit tied to New Orleans attack suspect.FBI agents have found a cooler inside a storage unit in northwest Harris County similar to the one that was found in the deadly New Orleans attack, the agency confirmed Tuesday.
3 killed, 3 injured during chase with Harris County deputies in stolen vehicle
Read full article: 3 killed, 3 injured during chase with Harris County deputies in stolen vehicleSheriff Ed Gonzalez said the crash happened shortly after a chase after the driver in the suspected stolen vehicle refused to stop. It appears six people were in the car when it happened.
1 killed in Atascocita multi-vehicle crash as 2 cars veer into ditch
Read full article: 1 killed in Atascocita multi-vehicle crash as 2 cars veer into ditchOne person has died in a three-vehicle crash in Atascocita, as confirmed by the Harris County Sheriff's Office. The accident occurred in the 1100 block of Atascocita, with deputies actively investigating the scene.
NW Harris County homeowner killed after argument with a resident he recently kicked out
Read full article: NW Harris County homeowner killed after argument with a resident he recently kicked outSheriff Gonzalez says it appears several people live at the home, ranging from young kids to adults. The shooter was recently kicked out but came back and an argument erupted between him and the homeowner.
Harris Co. Deputy crashes into tree after colliding with other driver at intersection
Read full article: Harris Co. Deputy crashes into tree after colliding with other driver at intersectionIt's unclear which vehicle ran the red light, but investigators said the officer was heading to a stabbing call with lights and sirens on before the crash happened.

Teen driver dead in crash in Channelview after trying to race another car, says HCSO
Read full article: Teen driver dead in crash in Channelview after trying to race another car, says HCSOSheriff ed Gonzalez said on social media, the 18-year-old is believed to have been attempting to race another car when the crash occurred.
Man arrested, accused of stabbing wife to death in NW Harris County
Read full article: Man arrested, accused of stabbing wife to death in NW Harris CountyInvestigators said they were called to a family disturbance and found a woman stabbed to death by her husband, who was later found and arrested less than 10 miles away.
Former Harris Co. sergeant found not guilty of murder in 2022 shooting death of Roderick Brooks
Read full article: Former Harris Co. sergeant found not guilty of murder in 2022 shooting death of Roderick BrooksA jury found former Harris County Sheriff’s Sergeant Garrett Hardin not guilty of murder Monday in the 2022 shooting death of Roderick Brooks.
Who killed Cody Johnson? Family desperate for answers after no leads in road rage shooting
Read full article: Who killed Cody Johnson? Family desperate for answers after no leads in road rage shootingThe family of Cody Johnson is pleading for answers after the 19-year-old son was killed in a road rage incident last month on the Katy Freeway.
Man shot, killed during gunfight while Harris County deputies, US Marshals were conducting domestic violence warrant
Read full article: Man shot, killed during gunfight while Harris County deputies, US Marshals were conducting domestic violence warrantA man was killed Wednesday when officers were conducting what has only been described as a “warrant service” that escalated into gunfire exchanged. It's unclear if the man shot was a suspect.
Authorities looking for man suspected in multiple Harris County sexual assaults
Read full article: Authorities looking for man suspected in multiple Harris County sexual assaultsThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help to identify a man suspected in at least two sexual assaults.
Jury selection to begin for former Harris Co. sergeant charged with murder
Read full article: Jury selection to begin for former Harris Co. sergeant charged with murderThe confrontation between Garrett Hardin and Roderick Brooks was captured on body camera, showing the former officer chasing Brooks after an apparent shoplifting incident at a Dollar General on FM 1960.
Lawmaker questions water quality safety measures at Harris County jail after whistleblower complaint
Read full article: Lawmaker questions water quality safety measures at Harris County jail after whistleblower complaintSen. Paul Bettencourt is asking a judge to look into a whistleblower's complaints after learning only one out of four water tanks are being used because the other three have rusted over.