Hospital communication failure sparks 24-hour search for single mom hit, killed walking home
The family of a single mother hit and killed while walking home over the weekend is demanding change after the hospital she was taken to says she was never brought to their emergency room.
Deputies investigating manโs body โwith possible traumaโ found in NW Harris County
Homicide detectives are looking into what led up to a man's death on Louetta after his body was found "with possible trauma."
Driver killed, thrown from truck after suspected alcohol-related crash in Cypress
Investigators said the driver lost control of his vehicle (possibly because of alcohol) and was airlifted to a hospital where he died from his injuries.
Houston PD criminal intelligence analyst arrested by Harris County deputies for drunk driving
The Houston Police Department said Fahim Adnan Baqui, who was assigned to the Property & Financial Crimes Division and has been with HPD since 2019 was "relieved of duty" pending an internal affairs investigation.
Hereโs what we know about Harris County Pct. 4 Corporal Maher Husseini who was gunned down at stoplight
As the investigation continues to develop in the shooting death of Harris County Pct. 4 Deputy Constable Maher Husseini, hereโs what we know so far about the victim.
1-year-old girl dies after being found unresponsive in bathtub at NE Harris County home, law enforcement investigating
Law enforcement is investigating after a 1-year-old girl died Saturday night at a home in northeast Harris County.
New mural in East End honoring fallen Harris County deputy Fernando Esqueda who was killed in line of duty
A new mural at Taqueria Monchyโs honors the life and dedication of Deputy Fernando Esqueda, who was tragically killed in the line of duty last month. Created by artist Suly Flores, the mural stands in East End, where Esqueda grew up, and celebrates his commitment to public service and his positive spirit.
Woman using con artist name on social media faces felonies in Harris County for using stolen ID to rent home
After a realtor called KPRC 2 in April when he realized his clientโs home had been rented using a stolen identity, the tenant has been charged and is wanted on three felony charges.
โItโs a miracleโ: Two kids survive being ejected during violent rollover on Houstonโs East Freeway
Two children, both under the age of five, somehow survived a violent rollover crash in which they both were ejected from the vehicle.
Man poses as cop using red and blue lights to stop cars, arrested by actual Harris County deputies
A 21-year-old man, Michael Saulsberry, was arrested early Sunday for impersonating a public servant after being caught using red and blue lights to stop vehicles on I-10 westbound in Harris County.
Grand jury declines to indict Harris County sheriffโs chief of staff
All charges have been dropped against Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalezโ Chief of Staff Jason Spencer after a grand jury declined to indict him Tuesday.
Manโs body found with โobvious signs of traumaโ in NW Harris County
Deputies are investigating a gruesome discovery after uncovering a manโs body, possibly in his 20s, with โobvious signs of trauma.โ
Houston honors fallen Harris County Deputy Fernando Esqueda after he was killed in line of duty
The Houston community is coming together to honor a Harris County deputy who was taken in a senseless act of violence last week.
4 Harris County SWAT members, along with pilot hospitalized following helicopter crash in Eagle Lake
It's unclear what caused the pilot to make a hard landing/crash but we're told it happened during a training exercise.
โHe truly was a crime fighterโ: Deputy killed in northeast Harris County remembered as โrelentlessโ by Sheriff Gonzalez
โHe loved being a deputy. He loved serving and protecting the community. He truly was a crime fighter, the type of deputies we want.โ
โItโs terribleโ: Manhunt ends in arrest after Harris County deputyโs ambush-style killing
The Sheriff's Office says the undercover officer may have had radio issues but was on the phone with another deputy before he was ambushed. He was 28-years-old and a 5-year veteran with HCSO working as part of its Violent Person's Task Force.
Undercover Harris County deputy killed while searching for man who pistol-whipped Little Caesars employee
The Sheriff's Office says the undercover officer may have had radio issues but was on the phone with another deputy before he was ambushed. He was 28-years-old and a 5-year veteran with HCSO working as part of its Violent Person's Task Force.
High-speed chase in Cypress ends with suspect stealing police car, jumping barrier and falling 100 feet
A high-speed chase in Cypress escalated when a suspect stole a patrol vehicle from Harris County Sheriff's Office deputies, eventually crashing and jumping over the side of a transition ramp.
10-year-old boy riding bike killed by hit-and-run driver in West Harris County
Detectives say the hit-and-run driver dragged the little boy's bike for a short period and his bike was found half a mile away from the crash site.
Mother demands answers and jail reform after son dies in HCSO custody
Monday marks one year since Ramon Thomas died in the in the custody of Harris County as an inmate. On the first anniversary of his death, his mother, Dianne Bailey Rijsenburg took her frustrations outside the jail to speak on what she says was her sonโs murder.
Baby found abandoned on walking trail released from hospital, taken in by foster family
The infant that was found abandoned on a walking trail near a bayou last week has been discharged from a Houston-area hospital and placed with foster parents.
Harris County Tae Kwon Do instructors save day by thwarting attempted sexual assault
Don't mess with Texas, indeed! A group of Tae Kwon Do instructors jumped into action and pinned a man down while law enforcement officials arrived after witnessing a man trying to sexually assault a woman.
Man found stabbed to death in northeast Harris County, with apparent โsigns of a struggleโ
Investigators said they had limited information but the man was found inside a home with several stab wounds and noted signs of a struggle.
Woman arrested following manhunt for escaped inmate in downtown Houston is NOT his sister, despite initial reports
During her first court appearance, prosecutors confirmed Zana Tyler, who was arrested during Nigel Sanders' capture after escaping from Harris County Jail, is not his sister.
โHow can somebody do this:โ Just born baby abandoned in Harris Co.
Just as the sun was rising in the sky Saturday morning, a baby was born. Before lunch, a man dumped the baby on a walking trail near a bayou in Harris County.
Man who threatened to take his own life shot by deputy after pointing rifle at law enforcement in NW Harris County
The Harris County Sheriffโs Office said it happened in the 9600 block of Halkirk Street. near Bonnie Sean Drive.
3 arrested during chase with police in northeast Harris County
Investigators say there were three people total in the vehicle, 2 of whom were dropped off at some point during the chase, but then the driver surrendered to authorities shortly afterward.
Harris County deputy arrested, cold White Claw can found in car after crash
The arresting officer noted in his report he smelled alcohol on Harris Co. deputy Dennis Palmer and found a can of White Claw that was โcold to the touch.โ Palmer claimed he drank that White Claw โ four days before the crashโ but admitted โhe had taken Adderall and Gabapentin.โ
18-year-old shot by deputy during gunfight at pool party in NW Harris County
Responding officers said they heard gunfire in different directions and found several people at the pool partying, with visible guns in their hands.
Harris County Sheriffโs chief-of-staff no longer facing charges in Montgomery County
Harris County Sheriff's chief of staff was arrested for violating a protection order in The Woodlands, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.
Harris County sheriffโs chief of staff arrested for violating protection order, according to MCSO
Harris County Sheriff's chief of staff was arrested for violating a protection order in The Woodlands, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.
Is your new vehicle so soundproof itโs preventing you from hearing emergency vehicles?
Attention Houston drivers! ๐๐ฆ Did you know that failing to observe the Move Over law puts the lives of our emergency responders at risk? ๐ฑ Let's do our part to keep them safe by moving over when we see flashing lights and hearing sirens. It's not just the law, it's a matter of respect and protecting those who protect us. ๐ #MoveOverLaw #RespectFirstResponders #SafetyFirst #HoustonDrivers
Harris County sheriffโs chief of staff accused of injury to a child
The man who serves as Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalezโ chief of staff has been charged in connection to a 2023 incident where a teenager was injured.
WATCH: Houston law enforcement save residents, animals in high flood waters over the weekend
As residents in the Houston-area did their best to try and avoid getting stuck in the flood waters, local law enforcement officials were still out to protect their neighbors.
Harris County deputies kill gunman in north Harris County after shooter points weapon at officer
Responding deputies found a man pointing a gun toward a driver in another vehicle and after officers say they gave commands for him to drop his weapon, the gunman turned his attention toward one of the deputies.
Funeral services for Harris County Deputy John Coddou who was killed helping at a crash on Grand Parkway
A celebration for Deputy Coddou is being held at Second Baptist Church in Houston.
Deputies shoot man who held his ex-wife, 3-year-old at gunpoint during high-speed chase through Harris County
A man is currently leading law enforcement officials on a chase while reportedly holding his ex-wife and toddler at gunpoint in east Harris County.
Young mom, daughter ejected, killed in โviolentโ East Harris County crash
The Harris County Sheriffโs Office said CPR is in progress on a young child after the child and a woman were reportedly ejected from a vehicle in a crash in east Harris County.
โIโm sorry:โ Mother of 12-year-old boy accused of stabbing woman in NW Harris County shares apology to victim
A day after a 12-year-old boy was arrested for stabbing a woman in northwest Harris County, his mother is apologizing to the victim and her family.
Harris County deputies asking more victims of sexual assault cases across several counties to come forward
Christian Morales, 23. was arrested in early March as a person of interest in a series of sexual assault cases across several counties, and remains behind bars. However, investigators are asking the public and any potential sexual assault victims, to come forward.
Harris County deputy injured after crash while trying to pursue speeding wrong-way driver
Investigators say while the deputy was trying to chase down a speeding vehicle going in the opposite direction, another vehicle hit the officer's patrol car.
Houston family members attack Uber driver after he runs over and kills one-year-old girl
A one-year-old girl is dead after an Uber driver ran over the child after dropping her off with family members.
Houston police looking for suspects wanted in quadruple shooting outside Washington Corridor club that injured security
Police are looking for two suspects who injured four people in a shooting at a club and fired at off-duty Harris County Sheriffโs Office deputies in west Houston on Saturday, according to officers.
Police K9s to showcase their skills and dedication in K9s4COPs Hard Dog/Fast Dog Competition at RodeoHouston
Houston-area public safety K9s will compete with their handlers in the 9th annual K9s4COPs Hard Dog/Fast Dog competition at RodeoHouston. We met Kyra, a special pup who now plays a big role in keeping us all safe, and her handler Deputy Ted Dahlin with the Harris County Sheriff's Office. Deputy Dahlin is on the K9s4COPs board and has been involved with them since they donated Kyra to him. Deputy Dahlin lost his former partner K9 Brek in 2009 during a pursuit. Hear their story in the video above.
14-year-old allegedly shot, killed man who may have been trying to break into several east Harris Co. homes
A man was reportedly shot and killed by a 14-year-old after neighbors said he had been knocking on doors and possibly trying to break into homes in one east Harris County neighborhood.
14-year-old allegedly shot, killed man who may have been trying to break into several east Harris Co. homes
A man was reportedly shot and killed by a 14-year-old after neighbors said he had been knocking on doors and possibly trying to break into homes in one east Harris County neighborhood.
VIDEOS: Sheriffโs office releases body cam videos of when deputies shot woman in her east Harris County apartment
The Harris County Sheriffโs Office released body camera videos Saturday of their deputies who shot a woman multiple times in her apartment in east Harris County, as they responded to a burglary call.
โOne went in my shoe:โ Bullets riddle trucks in 2 separate NW Harris Co. road rage shootings
Two drivers are counting their blessings after they escaped unharmed following two separate road rage shootings in Harris County.
Family demanding answers after man beaten by detention officers at Harris County jail processing center
The family of a man beaten by detention officers at a Harris County jail processing center are demanding answers.
Harris Co. deputies investigating burglary shoot woman in own home. How did this happen?
A woman was shot by Harris County Sheriffโs deputies in her apartment as they were investigating the report of a burglary.
โCounted like 17, 18 shots:โ Witness recalls Harris Co. sheriffโs deputies shooting woman in her own apartment
When Harris County Sheriffโs deputies unloaded more than a dozen bullets into an apartment in East Harris County one man was as close to the gunfire as one could be.
Woman shot by Harris County Sheriffโs deputies in her own apartment during burglary investigation was trying to get keys
A woman who was shot by deputies responding to a burglary call had broken a window at her own apartment trying to get the key.
โLetโs end the streakโ: Law enforcement officials announce DWI crackdown ahead of New Year celebrations
โIf youโre drunk driving this weekend, youโre going to jail,โ Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg said.
โI made bad decisions, but anybody can changeโ: Harris Co. inmates celebrate Christmas with their children
Weโre a few days past Christmas but celebrating isnโt over. Harris County Sheriffโs Office and non-profit Navidad En El Barrio join forces allowing some inmates the opportunity to be with their kids.
More law enforcement officers have been shot in the line of duty in Texas this year than in any other state
Data from 2023 reports show that more law enforcement officers have been shot in the line of duty in Texas than in any other state.
2 Harris County Sheriffโs Office patrol vehicles struck by other vehicle while responding to crash
Two Harris County Sheriffโs Office patrol vehicles were struck by a car, while deputies were responding to a crash on Saturday, the sheriffโs office said.
โHe shouldโve had jail timeโ: Victim speaks out after HCSO deputy pleads guilty to attempted sexual assault
A Houston woman who said she was sexually assaulted by a Harris County deputy three years ago is speaking out for the first time after his sentencing.
Harris County SWAT team uses โtricked-outโ armored vehicle to end standoffs
You could call it a military grade, super machine, that the Harris County Sheriffโs Department has deployed over 50 times over the past year to help the SWAT team take down armed gunman barricaded inside a house or a building.
Daring standoff: Rook lifts armed officers to 2nd story of home, forcing suspect wanted in deputyโs shooting to give up
It was a tension-filled night Thursday as armed officers mounted a mechanical crane-like device, were raised to the second level of a northeast Harris County home, and came face-to-face with a wanted suspect, leaving him with nowhere to run. This move brought an end to a nearly six-hour standoff for a man accused of trying to kill at least four law enforcement officers, according to authorities.
Road to recovery: Harris County deputy shot during traffic stop talking, laughing after undergoing emergency surgery
The Harris County deputy who was shot during a traffic stop Wednesday is recovering miraculously after surgery, talking and even joking with his family, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.
Suspect accused of shooting 3 law enforcement officials charged with 4 counts of attempted capital murder
The suspect believed to have shot and injured a total of three law enforcement officials was arrested in northeast Harris County after an hours-long standoff.
โHe will need prayersโ: Deputy shot in NE Harris Co. identified as search for 2nd suspect continues
The 29-year-old Harris County deputy who was shot while conducting a traffic stop has been identified. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez shared an image on Twitter/X of the deputy and identified him as Joseph Anderson.
31 Harris County runaway teenagers at risk for human trafficking located through special operation
Thirty-one runaway children and teenagers who were at risk for human trafficking were found in August through a special Harris County Sheriffโs Office operation.
Harris County deputy uses patrol vehicle to block wrong-way driver on Sam Houston Parkway
According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the deputy, identified as Deputy Howard, was on-duty Friday night when he saw a vehicle driving the wrong way on East Sam Houston Parkway.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee proposes โtransferringโ inmates out of county jail, seeks federal funds
In light of the attack on a Harris County Detention officer, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee proposes sending some inmates to other facilities.
โBrainiacsโ arrested after stealing bulldozer, abandoning it in front of neighborโs driveway, HCSO says
A homeowner had quite a surprise Sunday morning after waking up to find a stolen bulldozer parked at the end of their driveway.
4 injured after vehicle crashes into house during high-speed chase in north Harris County
Four people were injured after a vehicle crashed into a house during a high-speed chase on Saturday in north Harris County.
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Popular food truck stolen from Heights area; deputies track down trailer, thanks to GPS system
A business owner is trying to get back on track after thieves were caught on camera taking items from his food truck before hooking up the trailer and driving away.
โLove is what love doesโ: Houston church comes to aid of 80-year-old veteran robbed, beaten in home invasion
On Sunday afternoon, members of the Community of Faith Church in Houston came together to sing, pray, and offer their blessings to Mr. Lee Rooker.
Possible fix on the way for HCSOโs slipping emergency response times
The Harris County Sheriffโs Office is grappling with a serious issue as average emergency response times for โPriority 1โณ calls have reportedly been taking too long.
Civil rights activists hold news conference after 2 Harris County Jail inmates died last week
Officials say two Harris County Jail inmates died last week after being hospitalized with preexisting medical conditions.
First Christian Church in Katy receives dozens of Pride flags and donations after thieves continue to steal them
The First Christian Church on Cinco Ranch Road near Katy is receiving support and donations from all over the country after their Pride flags continue to be stolen by thieves.
NW Harris County neighborhood on edge after shooting in broad daylight; kids were playing outside when shots rang out
Residents in a northwest Harris County community are on edge after someone fired multiple shots at a home in broad daylight.
Harris County task force working to arrest violent criminals, clears more 1,300 outstanding warrants in less than a year
The Harris County Sheriffโs Office and Harris County Commissioners provided an update during a Wednesday news conference on the work that has been achieved by the Harris County Violent Persons Task Force since it was created in Sept. 2022.
Now hiring: Harris County Sheriffโs Office to host multi-agency job fair for women in June
Ladies, if youโre looking to lock in a career in law enforcement, multiple local and federal agencies -- including Harris County Sheriffโs Office, are hiring.
Sister makes grisly discovery days after shooting reported at brotherโs northeast Harris County apartment complex
The Harris County Sheriffโs Office said Tuesday that a man was found dead in his northeast Harris County apartment and his sister made the grisly discovery.
โMenace to kidsโ: $4M bond set for 17-year-old accused of shooting 4 with pellet gun in NW Harris Co.
The Harris County Sheriffโs Office said a teenager has been charged after three different incidents on different dates where juveniles were shot with a pellet gun in northwest Harris County.
16-year-old girl dies days after being shot by 14-year-old cousin in NW Harris County
A 16-year-old girl has been removed from life support and pronounced dead after being shot by a 14-year-old boy over the weekend, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said on Wednesday.
16 year old dead after father shoots him in argument at NW. Harris County after-prom party
A 16-year-old boy died after a shooting at a high school graduation party early Saturday in northwest Harris County.
Large amount of narcotics, guns, stolen vehicles seized after search warrant in W. Houston
A large amount of illegal narcotics, as well as guns and stolen vehicles were recovered after multiple search warrants were executed in west Houston Friday.
Man killed when sign he was working on topples over on him in N. Harris County
Law enforcement are at a scene in north Houston where they said a man died after a large sign he was working on toppled over on him.
ONLY ON 2: 68-year-old man beaten by burglar grateful after investigators arrest alleged attacker
A man is behind bars after investigators say he confessed to robbing and beating a 68-year-old disabled man. โI figured he was going to kill me. He was apologizing and telling me lies every time he hit me. Heโs a bad guy,โ the victim, Stan Burge, said.
โIt changed everything about my lifeโ: Man files federal lawsuit, claims off-duty HCSO deputy assaulted him
A Houston area man is now suing the Harris County Sheriffโs Office after alleging that an off-duty deputy punched him several times at a Houston restaurant two years ago.
โHeโs scared. My mom is scaredโ: Elderly couple terrified to stay in their Cypress home after shooting
For the last four nights, an elderly couple has avoided sleeping in their Cypress home after Harris County Sheriff investigators believe a random truck driver shot their home.