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VIDEO: Car splits in half during major crash on Fondren Road in southwest Houston
Read full article: VIDEO: Car splits in half during major crash on Fondren Road in southwest HoustonA major two-vehicle crash left multiple people injured and 300 customers without power after a powerline was hit during impact on a road in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.
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.
Fake cop wanted for threatening to arrest, evict residents at SW Houston apartment
Read full article: Fake cop wanted for threatening to arrest, evict residents at SW Houston apartmentNeighbors and the leasing manager told investigators Paul Munoz, 52, has harassed other tenants in the apartment complex on several occasions, threatening to arrest them, have them evicted, or have their vehicles towed.
Man shot to death behind SE Houston gas station, suspected killer detained
Read full article: Man shot to death behind SE Houston gas station, suspected killer detainedAuthorities say a man is dead and his accused killer has been detained but have not released details on how everything unfolded.
Attorney questions edited body cam footage in police shooting last month
Read full article: Attorney questions edited body cam footage in police shooting last monthAn attorney representing a shooting suspect is raising questions about edited body camera footage released by the Houston Police Department from an officer-involved shooting that occurred last month.
Affordable Home Security: Simple Steps to Deter Crime
Read full article: Affordable Home Security: Simple Steps to Deter CrimeAmid rising summer temperatures, a recent study from Rutgers-Camden highlights a correlation between heat and increased criminal activity. However, the Houston Police Department offers practical and affordable solutions for enhancing home security. Key recommendations include maintaining well-kept landscaping to eliminate hiding spots for potential intruders, securing entry points such as garages, and utilizing strategic lighting to deter criminal activity. Additionally, fostering strong community relationships through neighborhood watch initiatives can provide added security without financial cost. These simple yet effective measures can significantly bolster home security without the need for expensive systems.
Houston PD officer spends another birthday helping residents experiencing homelessness
Read full article: Houston PD officer spends another birthday helping residents experiencing homelessnessHouston police officer Sheldon Theragood has held an outreach event for unhoused individuals living across the Houston area, as part of his non-profit Theragood Deeds. Volunteers and donations are always needed, and if you'd like to help, click the article to find out how!
Billboards launched in Houston for Missing Children’s Day campaign honoring Devine Tollett
Read full article: Billboards launched in Houston for Missing Children’s Day campaign honoring Devine TollettHouston has launched a billboard campaign for Missing Children’s Day, featuring Devine Tollett, who disappeared five years ago.
Man in stolen vehicle crashes into another car, killing driver during chase with Houston police
Read full article: Man in stolen vehicle crashes into another car, killing driver during chase with Houston policeHouston Police say a person is dead after a chase with a stolen vehicle ended in a crash on the city’s southwest side.
‘Don’t Lie for the Other Guy:’ Billboards launched around Houston to crack down on illegal firearm straw purchases
Read full article: ‘Don’t Lie for the Other Guy:’ Billboards launched around Houston to crack down on illegal firearm straw purchasesAccording to the ATF, purchasing a gun illegally—especially for someone who is prohibited from doing so—is what’s fueling gun violence and trafficking across state lines, and the penalties if caught result in someone serving up to 15 years in prison and up to $250,000 in fines.
Harris County constables demand pay equity for deputies after HPD contract approval
Read full article: Harris County constables demand pay equity for deputies after HPD contract approvalHarris County constables are demanding pay equity for their deputies following the Houston City Council's approval of a five-year contract that raises Houston Police Department (HPD) officer salaries by 38%, making them the highest-paid in Texas.
Houston Police Department’s new starting salary-- how does it compare?
Read full article: Houston Police Department’s new starting salary-- how does it compare?The Houston Police Department will increase its starting salary to $81,600 annually beginning July 1, making it the highest-paying law enforcement agency in the region.
Houston City Council unanimously approves new HPD contract to raise pay, recruit officers
Read full article: Houston City Council unanimously approves new HPD contract to raise pay, recruit officersHouston police chief J. Noe Diaz called the new contract “generational” and said it will allow his department to recruit “homegrown talent.”
Civil rights lawyer hosts press conference at City Hall citing racial profiling in HPD traffic stops
Read full article: Civil rights lawyer hosts press conference at City Hall citing racial profiling in HPD traffic stopsCivil rights activists will be hosting a press conference at City Hall Tuesday afternoon to challenge city councilmembers about racial profiling within Houston Police Department.
Woman’s ex-boyfriend shot, killed by new beau after trying to break into her home
Read full article: Woman’s ex-boyfriend shot, killed by new beau after trying to break into her homeInvestigators said two men tried to break into the woman's home when her boyfriend told her to hide and shot at them. One of the men tried fleeing, but the other, later revealed to be the woman's ex, died from the gunshots.
3 people on the run after shooting, killing man in SW Houston
Read full article: 3 people on the run after shooting, killing man in SW HoustonPreliminary evidence shared by Houston police is that there was a group of two men and a woman, one of whom got into an argument with an unidentified man and shot him to death before all three fled.
Man found decomposing in Edgebrook-area home during missing persons investigation
Read full article: Man found decomposing in Edgebrook-area home during missing persons investigationCrime scene tape was seen surrounding a home in Clear Lake after a search warrant led investigators to the body of a man on Tuesday afternoon.
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.
18-year-old victim identified in shooting at a family party in southeast Houston
Read full article: 18-year-old victim identified in shooting at a family party in southeast HoustonAccording to Houston Police, officers were dispatched to the area of 6000 Cherry Hill after reports that multiple people had been shot.
Dive team recovers body seen floating in Buffalo Bayou in Houston’s Second Ward
Read full article: Dive team recovers body seen floating in Buffalo Bayou in Houston’s Second WardThe Houston Police Department says its dive team has recovered a person’s body which was seen floating in Buffalo Bayou Friday.
Key highlights in Houston police union’s 5-year contract proposal
Read full article: Key highlights in Houston police union’s 5-year contract proposalThe Houston Police Officers’ Union voted to approve a new five-year contract, several provisions continue longstanding policies that shape the department’s operations and oversight.
Tensions rise at Harris County Commissioners Court over deputy pay raise
Read full article: Tensions rise at Harris County Commissioners Court over deputy pay raiseTensions erupted during a Harris County Commissioners Court meeting as deputies demanded urgent pay raises, highlighting a 20% pay gap compared to Houston Police Department salaries.
Houston police union approves “generational” contract to increase salaries, recruit new officers
Read full article: Houston police union approves “generational” contract to increase salaries, recruit new officersA historic new contract has been approved to help recruit new officers, as well as raise officers' salaries. Right now, starting officers are making $64K a year, but this new contract will bump that to $81K a year. On top of that, the new contract adds 500 more officers to the department.
Bodycam video released with Houston police shooting at robbery suspects in stolen Mustang
Read full article: Bodycam video released with Houston police shooting at robbery suspects in stolen MustangThree young men, ranging between 18-20, were arrested after stealing a Mustang and leading officers on a brief chase.
Charges filed against armed man shot by HPD officers during police pursuit
Read full article: Charges filed against armed man shot by HPD officers during police pursuitCharges have been filed against an armed man who was arrested in a shooting incident in which Houston Police Department officers during a pursuit.
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.
Woman killed, man seriously hurt after shooting in NW Houston
Read full article: Woman killed, man seriously hurt after shooting in NW HoustonAuthorities in northwest Houston are trying to piece together what led up to a double shooting late Tuesday night, where a woman was killed and left another man seriously hurt.
One person killed, 15 injured in shooting at a family party in southeast Houston
Read full article: One person killed, 15 injured in shooting at a family party in southeast HoustonAccording to Houston Police, officers were dispatched to the area of 6000 Cherry Hill after reports that multiple people had been shot.
Family demands arrest after man killed over parking spot
Read full article: Family demands arrest after man killed over parking spotIn a gathering outside the Houston Police Department, community leaders and family members called for immediate action in the fatal shooting of Abdul Rahman Waziri, a former Afghan military trainer who had resettled in Houston after aiding U.S. forces.
Houston reaches tentative five-year contract agreement with police officers’ union
Read full article: Houston reaches tentative five-year contract agreement with police officers’ unionMayor Whitmire will be joined by Police Chief J. Noe Diaz and members of the HPOU at City Hall to outline the agreement’s salary updates, benefits, and recruitment efforts.
‘I’m scared for my life:’ Residents at senior complex near Jacinto City fear for safety amid crime spike
Read full article: ‘I’m scared for my life:’ Residents at senior complex near Jacinto City fear for safety amid crime spikeResidents at a senior living complex near Jacinto City say a recent surge in crime has left them terrified to leave their homes — and they’re pleading for immediate action.
Chase with stolen SUV ends with driver shot by Houston police; family disputes HPD’s account
Read full article: Chase with stolen SUV ends with driver shot by Houston police; family disputes HPD’s accountInvestigators say the driver crashed the stolen SUV but kept the chase going on foot, where he brandished a weapon, prompting the officer to take out his gun and shoot them. The weapon was later recovered at the scene.
3 arrested outside Eisenhower High School after police confront teens shooting in the bayou
Read full article: 3 arrested outside Eisenhower High School after police confront teens shooting in the bayouHouston police said three teenagers were arrested, but Aldine ISD only confirmed one of the students was arrested.
4 people shot outside southeast Houston bar; police investigating possible after-hours operation
Read full article: 4 people shot outside southeast Houston bar; police investigating possible after-hours operationPreliminary details indicate an SUV drove past the location, turned around, and opened fire on a crowd standing outside the “Social Empire” bar.
Charges filed against robbery suspects who almost hit Houston police officer with stolen Mustang
Read full article: Charges filed against robbery suspects who almost hit Houston police officer with stolen MustangCharges have been filed against three men who were driving a car that nearly struck a Houston Police Department officer, leading the officer to fire his gun at the vehicle.
Man facing intoxication manslaughter charge after falling asleep at wheel and causing fatal crash
Read full article: Man facing intoxication manslaughter charge after falling asleep at wheel and causing fatal crashA man could face intoxication manslaughter charges after a deadly crash in northeast Houston.
Cleveland grandmother faced deportation after calling 911 for a car fire on Houston freeway
Read full article: Cleveland grandmother faced deportation after calling 911 for a car fire on Houston freewayGuadalupe Perdomo, a Cleveland, Texas resident originally from Honduras, faced deportation after calling 911 for a car fire on a Houston freeway.
Stabbing reported at funeral home in SW Houston; family claims bodies found in bad condition
Read full article: Stabbing reported at funeral home in SW Houston; family claims bodies found in bad conditionA stabbing is under investigation at a funeral home in southwest Houston after multiple deceased bodies were reportedly found in poor condition due to air conditioning issues, according to the family of one of the deceased.
Mother, father charged after 2-month-old son dies from extensive injuries, trauma in 2024
Read full article: Mother, father charged after 2-month-old son dies from extensive injuries, trauma in 2024Charges have been filed against a man and woman a year after the death of an infant boy who suffered from extensive injuries, according to the Houston Police Department.
Woman killed by ex-boyfriend in murder-suicide during parking lot takeover; new boyfriend injured by gunfire
Read full article: Woman killed by ex-boyfriend in murder-suicide during parking lot takeover; new boyfriend injured by gunfireTwo people have been killed, and one has been injured in a shooting at a restaurant in northwest Houston.
Suspected DWI driver arrested after crashing into woman in Downtown Houston
Read full article: Suspected DWI driver arrested after crashing into woman in Downtown HoustonA man was put in handcuffs Sunday night after police believe he was driving drunk when he hit a woman with his car in Downtown Houston.
WATCH: Clumsy robber fumbles gun, slips and falls during attempted armed robbery at Houston convenience store
Read full article: WATCH: Clumsy robber fumbles gun, slips and falls during attempted armed robbery at Houston convenience storeThe Houston Police Department’s Robbery Division is asking for the public’s help to identify a Houston man responsible for an awkward aggravated robbery that resulted in a man falling on the floor, shooting a box of sodas and only leaving with a stolen case of beer.
VIDEO: Two teen girls wanted in violent robbery in Downtown Houston
Read full article: VIDEO: Two teen girls wanted in violent robbery in Downtown HoustonThe Houston Police Department is seeking public assistance in identifying two teen girls involved in a violent robbery in Downtown Houston on December 17, 2024.
Man, woman found dead in apparent murder-suicide inside downtown Houston apartment
Read full article: Man, woman found dead in apparent murder-suicide inside downtown Houston apartmentAn investigation is underway after a man and woman were both found dead inside of an apartment Thursday morning, according to the Houston Police Department.
What Houston PD officer Galib Chowdhury’s sentencing signifies for abuse victims in the South Asian community
Read full article: What Houston PD officer Galib Chowdhury’s sentencing signifies for abuse victims in the South Asian communityWhen Galib Chowdhury lost his job with the Houston Police Department and was given a prison sentence for shooting his wife in the face, it proved people were straying away from the stigma and listening to growing conversations about domestic violence.
7-year-old hit by stray bullet while eating McDonalds in north Houston
Read full article: 7-year-old hit by stray bullet while eating McDonalds in north HoustonInvestigators believe there was a gunfight in the apartment parking lot that carried into the street when one of the stray bullets went through an apartment, hitting a little boy eating a Happy Meal from McDonalds.
Houston PD officer found guilty of shooting wife in face, given 20-year prison sentence
Read full article: Houston PD officer found guilty of shooting wife in face, given 20-year prison sentenceInvestigators said Galib Chowdhury's wife told medical staff it wasn't an accident and showed texts he allegedly sent his wife shortly before the shooting that included: “Wow, sh*t wife" and “Pick up, b****...I need to know ETA.”
Man arrested after barricading self in west Houston apartment, shooting cousin in foot
Read full article: Man arrested after barricading self in west Houston apartment, shooting cousin in footA man was taken into custody Wednesday morning after he shot his cousin initiated a police standoff in a west Houston apartment.
Houston man accused of stabbing K-9, killing father with dumbbell while out on bond found guilty of murder
Read full article: Houston man accused of stabbing K-9, killing father with dumbbell while out on bond found guilty of murderRyan Mitchell Smith, the man accused of stabbing a K-9 officer with a butcher knife and then killing his father with a dumbbell in 2022, was found guilty of murder on Tuesday.
Man found shot to death inside car at SE Houston apartment complex
Read full article: Man found shot to death inside car at SE Houston apartment complexHouston police are investigating a fatal shooting incident at The Life at Clearwood apartments where a man in his mid-30s was found shot to death inside a Nissan Altima late Sunday night.
Houston police searching for man accused of shooting father during argument over money
Read full article: Houston police searching for man accused of shooting father during argument over moneyInvestigators said the father crashed his truck after they believed he was arguing with his son and friend in another vehicle about someone owing money.
Houston child cancer warrior Davarjaye ‘DJ’ Daniel made honorary Secret Service agent
Read full article: Houston child cancer warrior Davarjaye ‘DJ’ Daniel made honorary Secret Service agentHe’s been named an honorary officer for hundreds of law enforcement agencies across the country and Tuesday night, he became an honorary member of another.
Police looking for Houston man accused of shooting father-in-law multiple times
Read full article: Police looking for Houston man accused of shooting father-in-law multiple timesInvestigators said Denzel Jamell Nixson, 36, was arguing with his wife, who called her father out of fear things would escalate. When her father arrived, police said Nixson shot him three times.
Gaming streamer, OnlyFans model ‘Amouranth’ held at gunpoint for Crypto, pistol whipped in Houston home invasion
Read full article: Gaming streamer, OnlyFans model ‘Amouranth’ held at gunpoint for Crypto, pistol whipped in Houston home invasionA popular online gaming streamer and adult content influencer was robbed at gunpoint and violently assaulted at her Houston home, according to the Houston Police Department.
17-year-old shot, killed after brawl in McDonald’s parking lot near Aldine HS
Read full article: 17-year-old shot, killed after brawl in McDonald’s parking lot near Aldine HSThe body of a 17-year-old boy was found in the parking lot of a McDonald’s in the Aldine area after a shooting that stemmed from a fight.
What Houston PD says happened when deputy shot, killed an inmate during fight over gun at hospital
Read full article: What Houston PD says happened when deputy shot, killed an inmate during fight over gun at hospitalNew details shared by Houston police are giving a broader picture about what happened when a San Jacinto County deputy shot and killed a man in custody inside a Kingwood hospital room.
Magnolia homeowner’s father shoots man making threats to his daughter
Read full article: Magnolia homeowner’s father shoots man making threats to his daughterInvestigators said a man showed up unannounced at the homeowner's house, so she called her father (a retired HPD officer) and a neighbor (an off-duty HPD officer) for help.
Deputy accused of shooting, killing inmate during fight over gun at Kingwood hospital
Read full article: Deputy accused of shooting, killing inmate during fight over gun at Kingwood hospitalHouston police and the Texas Rangers are working together to conduct parallel investigations after a San Jacinto Co. deputy shot a man detained who was being monitored outside of the hospital.
Driver killed in fiery crash after chase with Houston police
Read full article: Driver killed in fiery crash after chase with Houston policeInvestigators said they spotted a stolen car and tried to turn the driver over, but he decided to speed off before losing control and crashing into a tree. The vehicle then caught fire, killing the driver.
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.
Houston Police captain charged with possessing child porn gets 2 new charges
Read full article: Houston Police captain charged with possessing child porn gets 2 new chargesDaryn Edwards, 59, is now charged with aggravated sexual assault and sexual performance of a child. No bond has been set for those charges.
‘My family is stuck in 2024:’ Daughter of hit-and-run victim pleads for public’s help
Read full article: ‘My family is stuck in 2024:’ Daughter of hit-and-run victim pleads for public’s helpMonths after Lilia Vazquez Nunez was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver in west Houston, investigators and Crime Stoppers are asking the public to help identify the driver responsible.
Houston Police captain arrested by League City Police, charged with possession of child pornography
Read full article: Houston Police captain arrested by League City Police, charged with possession of child pornographyA captain with the Houston Police Department has been arrested and charged with possession of child pornography.
Charges dismissed for 8 Houston police officers linked to deadly 2019 Harding Street raid
Read full article: Charges dismissed for 8 Houston police officers linked to deadly 2019 Harding Street raidThe Harris County District Attorney's Office has dismissed 17 charges against eight Houston police officers linked to the tragic 2019 Harding Street raid.
Man wanted for groping 7-year-old girl walking home from school identified, has history of similar attacks
Read full article: Man wanted for groping 7-year-old girl walking home from school identified, has history of similar attacksOfficers with the Houston Police Department are looking for a man who assaulted a 7-year-old girl while she was walking home from school in the Woodland Heights neighborhood two weeks ago.
Fight between 2 men outside SW Houston gas station turns into deadly shooting
Read full article: Fight between 2 men outside SW Houston gas station turns into deadly shootingIt's unclear how everything unfolded, but police said two men were arguing when things became physical when one of them pulled out a gun and shot the other several times.