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16-year-old arrested after shooting sister’s boyfriend to death in west Houston
Read full article: 16-year-old arrested after shooting sister’s boyfriend to death in west HoustonA man is dead and authorities are looking for the teenager who shot him after they say a domestic disturbance escalated into a shooting at an apartment complex on Houston’s west side.
Police investigate group that repainted Houston’s ‘Be Someone’ bridge over I-45
Read full article: Police investigate group that repainted Houston’s ‘Be Someone’ bridge over I-45Houston Police and Union Pacific Railroad Police obtained search warrants earlier this month for user details on two Instagram accounts that posted videos of the repainting as investigators look for evidence in the crime of graffiti.
Pursuit of suspects in fatal Alief shooting ends with crash on Houston’s South Side
Read full article: Pursuit of suspects in fatal Alief shooting ends with crash on Houston’s South SideThree suspects believed to be involved in the fatal shooting of a man in front of a business in the Alief area Tuesday are now in custody.
A man was killed after a fight led to a shooting in the Westchase area
Read full article: A man was killed after a fight led to a shooting in the Westchase areaAccording to Houston Police, officers were called to a shooting on Richmond Avenue and Breezewood drive on Saturday night. Investigators said a 31-year-old man was shot multiple times and died at the scene. Police said that officers recovered a gun. Officers detained several people for questioning, but no arrests have been made.
Westbound lanes of East Freeway closed at Normandy after person killed trying to cross highway
Read full article: Westbound lanes of East Freeway closed at Normandy after person killed trying to cross highwayThe westbound lanes of I-10 E. are closed at Normandy Street after a person was fatally struck while trying to cross the highway.
2 people were killed after police say a driver sped thru red lights and caused several crashes in Midtown on Saturday
Read full article: 2 people were killed after police say a driver sped thru red lights and caused several crashes in Midtown on SaturdayInvestigators said that deputies attempted to pull the driver of the F-150 over, but they sped off, running multiple red lights, until the driver crashed into a white Lexus that was traveling eastbound.
One person dead following a hit-and-run crash in northwest Houston
Read full article: One person dead following a hit-and-run crash in northwest HoustonDetails are limited but officers said that a woman was pushing her car along the North Freeway near W. Mount Houston Dr. when she was hit by the driver of another vehicle.
Inside HPD’s race against time to respond to calls amid staffing, traffic, and vehicle challenges
Read full article: Inside HPD’s race against time to respond to calls amid staffing, traffic, and vehicle challengesWhen your life is in danger, minutes count. This is why Houston police have to prioritize the more than 1 million calls for help the department receives each year.
Woman hospitalized after fight between family members leads to gunshots in NW Houston
Read full article: Woman hospitalized after fight between family members leads to gunshots in NW HoustonA woman was taken to the hospital after a fight broke out between family members at a home in northwest Houston Tuesday evening.
Houston nightlife noise forcing residents to move, how HPD is cracking down on bar and nightclubs
Read full article: Houston nightlife noise forcing residents to move, how HPD is cracking down on bar and nightclubsA Shady Acres woman said noise from nearby bars forced her to move out of her home. Houston Police is cracking down on neighbors nearby nightclubs and bars, issuing 115 citations in a weekend sweep targeting noise and other violations. Residents hope peace is finally on the way.
Woman claiming domestic violence abuse turns herself in to police in 2-year Harris County fraud scheme
Read full article: Woman claiming domestic violence abuse turns herself in to police in 2-year Harris County fraud schemeA woman who has been driving around Houston claiming she needs money to flee a domestic violence situation has been charged with aggregate theft by deception after investigators say she stole more than $3,000.
HPD is investigating after one person was shot and killed in a shopping center parking lot
Read full article: HPD is investigating after one person was shot and killed in a shopping center parking lotAccording to Houston Police, Midwest Patrol officers responded to a shooting in a shopping center parking on South Gessner around 1:15 a.m. On Saturday.
One person is dead and another in police custody following a shooting in the University Oaks Area
Read full article: One person is dead and another in police custody following a shooting in the University Oaks AreaAccording to Houston Police, officers with the South Central Division were called to a shooting around 8:15 p.m. On Friday night near south MacGregor Way and Calhoun Road.
2 teens hospitalized after accidental discharge of pistol at Third Ward apartment
Read full article: 2 teens hospitalized after accidental discharge of pistol at Third Ward apartmentTwo teenagers have been taken to a hospital after authorities say a gun being handled by one of the teenagers went off, striking both of them.
One man is in the hospital and five others in custody following a shooting in Northwest Houston
Read full article: One man is in the hospital and five others in custody following a shooting in Northwest HoustonHouston Police said they were dispatched to a business on Antoine Dr. and West Tidwell around midnight after reports of a shooting.
A man is in custody accused of aggravated robbery and kidnapping and then led police on a chase
Read full article: A man is in custody accused of aggravated robbery and kidnapping and then led police on a chaseAccording to Houston Police, the victim was withdrawing money at an ATM around midnight when the suspect allegedly entered the bed of his truck.
Houston family grieves at reunion marking two unsolved murders
Read full article: Houston family grieves at reunion marking two unsolved murdersA Houston family gathered this weekend for a long-awaited reunion—an event meant to bring joy, laughter, and love. Instead, it became a time of remembrance and heartache, as they honored the lives of two beloved relatives, both murdered years ago, with no arrests ever made or any suspects identified.
DWI driver arrested in connection with multi-vehicle crash that claimed baby’s life in Alief
Read full article: DWI driver arrested in connection with multi-vehicle crash that claimed baby’s life in AliefCourt records show Isiah Martinez, 20, was arrested on charges including failure to stop and render aid (involving death) and driving while intoxicated.
HPD releases bodycam video of machete-wielding man being shot by Houston officer after robbing Family Dollar
Read full article: HPD releases bodycam video of machete-wielding man being shot by Houston officer after robbing Family DollarThe Houston Police Department has released body worn camera video of a machete-wielding man being shot by an officer following a robbery at a Family Dollar.
HPD: Man killed in stabbing; two officers injured in separate crash while responding to scene
Read full article: HPD: Man killed in stabbing; two officers injured in separate crash while responding to sceneA man was killed during a family disturbance in northeast Houston early Saturday morning. While responding to that call, two Houston police officers were injured in a crash when their patrol vehicle was hit and caught fire. A nearby wrecker driver helped pull them to safety. Police say both incidents are connected. The suspect in the stabbing is in custody, while the driver who caused the crash fled the scene.
Houston Police Foundation breaks ground on $10.5 million firearms training center named after Tillman Fertitta
Read full article: Houston Police Foundation breaks ground on $10.5 million firearms training center named after Tillman FertittaThe Houston Police Foundation is set to break ground on a new firearms training center at the Houston Police Academy.
HPD is investigating after a fatal dirt bike crash in northwest Houston
Read full article: HPD is investigating after a fatal dirt bike crash in northwest HoustonAccording to Houston Police, investigators said the driver of dirt bike crashed into a pickup at the intersection of Gears and Greens Road on Saturday night.
Houston Police are investigating a fatal crash on the Eastex Freeway at Rankin Road
Read full article: Houston Police are investigating a fatal crash on the Eastex Freeway at Rankin RoadAccording to Houston Police the driver of a black sedan was reported to be speeding northbound on the Eastex Freeway at 12:15 a.m. on Saturday.
Argument on METRO bus leads to fatal shooting on Houston’s southside; suspect on the run
Read full article: Argument on METRO bus leads to fatal shooting on Houston’s southside; suspect on the runPolice are searching for a man, suspected of fatally shooting and killing a man during an argument on a METRO bus on Houston’s southside.
Armed robbery suspect shot by Houston police officer in Museum District
Read full article: Armed robbery suspect shot by Houston police officer in Museum DistrictAn armed suspect was rushed to a hospital after being shot by a Houston police officer Friday in the Museum District, according to the police department.
HPD is investigating after a teenager was killed in a car crash on West Fuqua St.
Read full article: HPD is investigating after a teenager was killed in a car crash on West Fuqua St.According to Houston Police, an investigation is underway involving two juveniles after a 14-year-old was killed in a car crash in Southwest Houston.
One man is dead, and another is in police custody after a shooting in east Houston
Read full article: One man is dead, and another is in police custody after a shooting in east HoustonAccording to police, the suspected gunman told officers that he shot the man out of self-defense and claimed the other man had made threats against him.
‘It was like watching an episode of COPS’: Would-be metal thieves cause $300k in damage
Read full article: ‘It was like watching an episode of COPS’: Would-be metal thieves cause $300k in damageHouston police arrested three people accused of damaging hundreds of telecom cables in a northeast side neighborhood. Police said the trio was hoping to steal copper wire, but mistakenly cut fiber optic cables.
2 suspects in custody after police chase stolen car from Montrose to Third Ward
Read full article: 2 suspects in custody after police chase stolen car from Montrose to Third WardTwo suspects are in custody after Houston Police say they stole a car from an apartment complex parking garage in the Montrose area.
$5K reward offered in Houston donut shop robbery case
Read full article: $5K reward offered in Houston donut shop robbery caseHouston Police are seeking public assistance to identify two male suspects involved in an aggravated robbery at a donut shop on 6100 Telephone Road, which occurred on March 29.
5 arrested in Houston connected to Romanian organized crime fraud scheme
Read full article: 5 arrested in Houston connected to Romanian organized crime fraud schemeMultiple agencies worked together to arrest five people in connection to a sophisticated fraud scheme tied to a Romanian organized crime network operating in the United States.
Houston Police are investigating a fatal auto pedestrian crash in West Houston
Read full article: Houston Police are investigating a fatal auto pedestrian crash in West HoustonAccording to Houston Police, a pedestrian was crossing Richmond Avenue near Fountain View drive when they were struck by a car.
HPD is looking for the person accused of stabbing and killing a man in southwest Houston
Read full article: HPD is looking for the person accused of stabbing and killing a man in southwest HoustonInvestigators said that the victim was found on the ground on the road on Maxwell Lane near the Gulf Freeway at 10:30 on Friday night.
Five people are in custody accused of stealing a car, one suspect is accused of pointing a gun at an officer
Read full article: Five people are in custody accused of stealing a car, one suspect is accused of pointing a gun at an officerInvestigators said that they were called to the incident oat Oakmoor and Airport Boulevard in Southwest Houston at 8:30 p.m. On Friday. Houston Police said that the five suspects are accused of stealing a man’s car at gunpoint and then crashed a short time later.
Houston Police are investigating an officer involved shooting near Greens Road & Wayside Dr.
Read full article: Houston Police are investigating an officer involved shooting near Greens Road & Wayside Dr.According to Houston Police, a man is accused of shooting at police while they were responding to a domestic disturbance call at Greens Road and Wayforest Drive. Investigators said that the officer returned to fire. No injuries were reported at the scene.
A car crash into a fire hydrant caused street flooding and closures, according to HPD
Read full article: A car crash into a fire hydrant caused street flooding and closures, according to HPDAccording to Houston Police, at 3 a.m. On Saturday a car crashed into a fire hydrant at Hillcroft Avenue and Holly Street. Officers shut down Hillcroft in both directions because of flooding caused by the hydrant.
Investigators are looking for the person who shot and killed a 14-year-old in northeast Houston
Read full article: Investigators are looking for the person who shot and killed a 14-year-old in northeast HoustonHouston Police said that they were called to a drive by shooting at Harbor Street and Hershe Street around 9 p.m. On Saturday.
Three Houston Firefighters are recovering after their fire engine was hit by a suspected drunk driver
Read full article: Three Houston Firefighters are recovering after their fire engine was hit by a suspected drunk driverInvestigators said a suspected drunk driver crashed into the back of the vehicle. All three of the firefighters were inside of the fire engine at the time of the crash, according to investigators
‘Completely crazy’: HPD arrests man on bike accused of assaulting women in Montrose
Read full article: ‘Completely crazy’: HPD arrests man on bike accused of assaulting women in MontroseSeveral women said a man on a bicycle in the Montrose area demanded them for a dollar bill and then either threatened to attack or attacked them. Houston Police arrested the man on Sunday but are asking other possible victims to call them.
Houston PD captain facing child porn charges received training in child abuse prevention, records show
Read full article: Houston PD captain facing child porn charges received training in child abuse prevention, records showAccording to documents obtained by KPRC 2 Investigates, Daryn Edwards, 59, has had extensive course training, including earning 60 hours of credit in child abuse prevention and investigation.
Apartment home invasion in Alief leads to shootout, 1 suspect killed
Read full article: Apartment home invasion in Alief leads to shootout, 1 suspect killedA suspect was killed during a home invasion at an apartment complex in the Alief-area and authorities believe the man was killed by another suspect also involved in the home invasion.
Adult, 2 children hospitalized after shooting at SE Houston apartment complex
Read full article: Adult, 2 children hospitalized after shooting at SE Houston apartment complexHouston Police said it happened around 7 p.m. in the 7400 block of Southway Drive. The address is just off Telephone Road in the Golfcrest/Bellfort area of Houston.
One man is critical condition following a shooting in Southwest Houston
Read full article: One man is critical condition following a shooting in Southwest HoustonAccording to HPD, officers from the Southwest Patrol Division responded to a call about a shooting at a motel near 13900 Main Street on Saturday evening.
Woman hospitalized after being clipped by HPD vehicle while crossing street in NE Houston
Read full article: Woman hospitalized after being clipped by HPD vehicle while crossing street in NE HoustonA woman was taken to the hospital after police say she was hit by an HPD vehicle while she was crossing the street Thursday.
‘A Belgian-born hero’: Houston Police Department mourns K9 Blitz
Read full article: ‘A Belgian-born hero’: Houston Police Department mourns K9 BlitzThe Houston Police Department honors K9 Blitz, a Belgian-born hero whose four years of faithful service and courage left an indelible mark on the department that will never be forgotten.
Recognize these faces? Police seek suspects in deadly shooting at NE Houston convenience store
Read full article: Recognize these faces? Police seek suspects in deadly shooting at NE Houston convenience storeHouston police are asking for help identifying two suspects in the deadly shooting of a woman at a convenience store on Lockwood Drive Friday evening.
“He came home on a rampage”: Mother claims son was on laced drugs before allegedly killing sister and niece
Read full article: “He came home on a rampage”: Mother claims son was on laced drugs before allegedly killing sister and nieceA mother mourns her daughter and granddaughter, allegedly killed by her son on laced drugs.
Convicted sex offender charged with murder after wife beaten to death in north Houston
Read full article: Convicted sex offender charged with murder after wife beaten to death in north HoustonA $250,000 bond was set for a man accused of beating his wife to death inside a motel on the northside, according to Houston police who say after that, he called them.
WATCH: Videos released of deadly police chase involving 2 kidnapped hostages on I-69
Read full article: WATCH: Videos released of deadly police chase involving 2 kidnapped hostages on I-69Houston police released several videos of an officer-involved shooting where a kidnapping suspect was killed at the end of police chase on I-69 in October.
Man dead, 2 kidnapped hostages rescued after police chase ends in deadly shooting on I-69
Read full article: Man dead, 2 kidnapped hostages rescued after police chase ends in deadly shooting on I-69Houston police say a woman and child are safe and unharmed after being kidnapped by a man, who initiated a chase and was ultimately shot and killed on I-69 Monday afternoon.