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Family members still desperate for answers 28 years after teen girl raped, murdered in SW Houston
Read full article: Family members still desperate for answers 28 years after teen girl raped, murdered in SW HoustonInvestigators and family members are speaking out, in hopes of bringing renewed attention to a 28-year-old case where a 14-year-old girl was brutally murdered in southwest Houston.
Sarah Hartsfield sentenced to life after being found guilty in insulin murder trial
Read full article: Sarah Hartsfield sentenced to life after being found guilty in insulin murder trialWe’re in the second week of the Sarah Hartsfield insulin murder trial, and jurors have heard testimony from over 30 witnesses so far.
State and defense deliver closing arguments in Sarah Hartsfield’s insulin murder trial
Read full article: State and defense deliver closing arguments in Sarah Hartsfield’s insulin murder trialAfter an eight-day trial, the jury in Chambers County is now deliberating the fate of Sarah Hartsfield, accused of murdering her husband, Joseph, with an insulin overdose.
Jury to begin deliberating on sentencing Thursday after Sarah Hartsfield found guilty in insulin trial
Read full article: Jury to begin deliberating on sentencing Thursday after Sarah Hartsfield found guilty in insulin trialWe’re in the second week of the Sarah Hartsfield insulin murder trial, and jurors have heard testimony from over 30 witnesses so far.
Search warrant details alleged fraudulent documents found inside home of Porter mother accused of shooting her children
Read full article: Search warrant details alleged fraudulent documents found inside home of Porter mother accused of shooting her childrenSearch warrants obtained by KPRC 2 are revealing new details on what investigators found in the home of a Montgomery County woman accused of shooting her four kids, killing two of them while she was in Brazoria County.
Cellphone data contradicts Sarah Hartsfield’s claim she was asleep as husband’s blood sugar dropped, detective testifies
Read full article: Cellphone data contradicts Sarah Hartsfield’s claim she was asleep as husband’s blood sugar dropped, detective testifiesCellphone data challenge Sarah Hartsfield's claim of being asleep during her husband's critical insulin overdose.
Lead detective details phone data, deleted messages in Sarah Hartsfield’s insulin murder trial
Read full article: Lead detective details phone data, deleted messages in Sarah Hartsfield’s insulin murder trialThe trial of Sarah Hartsfield, accused of murdering her fifth husband with insulin, takes an intriguing turn as prosecutors push to reveal hundreds of jail messages she sent to media outlets like KPRC 2 News.
Sarah Hartsfield’s children testify as thousands of jail calls, texts to media introduced in insulin murder trial
Read full article: Sarah Hartsfield’s children testify as thousands of jail calls, texts to media introduced in insulin murder trialThe second week of testimony in Sarah Hartsfield’s insulin murder trial begans today.
From house fires to murder plot: Jury hears more about Sarah Hartsfield’s ‘tumultuous’ past
Read full article: From house fires to murder plot: Jury hears more about Sarah Hartsfield’s ‘tumultuous’ pastThe first week of Sarah Hartsfield’s murder trial has been nothing short of dramatic, with testimonies painting a picture of family tensions, medical mysteries, and a past steeped in controversy.
From hospital records to shooting of ex: New testimony unfolds in Sarah Hartsfield murder trial
Read full article: From hospital records to shooting of ex: New testimony unfolds in Sarah Hartsfield murder trialDay 3 of the trial has revealed testimony about Joseph Hartsfield's medical struggles before his death.
Medical records become key focus in Sarah Hartsfield’s murder trial
Read full article: Medical records become key focus in Sarah Hartsfield’s murder trialThe murder trial of Sarah Hartsfield continues to unfold in Chambers County, and as family members take the stand, they paint a picture of a turbulent marriage.
‘You’ve got some nerve’: Family recounts heated texts and tense hospital scenes in Sarah Hartsfield murder trial
Read full article: ‘You’ve got some nerve’: Family recounts heated texts and tense hospital scenes in Sarah Hartsfield murder trialThe much-anticipated murder trial of Sarah Hartsfield is underway in Chambers County, with opening statements and witness testimonies set to unfold today.
How Harris County’s DA is addressing backlog of murder cases
Read full article: How Harris County’s DA is addressing backlog of murder casesHarris County District Attorney Sean Teare tells 2 Investigates some of his most seasoned prosecutors are working through a backlog of murder and capital murder cases.
‘My family is still suffering’: Family of 19-year-old father who was shot and killed pleading for answers
Read full article: ‘My family is still suffering’: Family of 19-year-old father who was shot and killed pleading for answersThe family of 19‑year‑old Jaylon Fox is pleading with the community for answers after he was shot and killed in broad daylight on Easter back in April.
Prosecutors seek death penalty against man accused of sexual assault, killing of 11-year-old girl in Pasadena
Read full article: Prosecutors seek death penalty against man accused of sexual assault, killing of 11-year-old girl in PasadenaJuan Carlos Garcia-Rodriguez is charged with capital murder for the death of 11-year-old Maria Gonzalez.
Police release photos of persons of interest in deadly SW Houston apartment shooting
Read full article: Police release photos of persons of interest in deadly SW Houston apartment shootingHouston Police are asking for the public’s help to solve a deadly shooting that occurred Monday night at the Idlewood Park Apartments off West Bellfort Avenue.
Judge will allow camera in courtroom for Sarah Hartsfield’s murder trial
Read full article: Judge will allow camera in courtroom for Sarah Hartsfield’s murder trialDespite opposition from attorneys on both sides of the case, Chambers County Judge Chap B. Cain III announced Friday morning that he will allow one television camera inside the courtroom for Sarah Hartsfield’s upcoming murder trial.
Identifican al sospechoso del tiroteo en Cleveland que dejó dos muertos; la búsqueda se extiende fuera de Texas
Read full article: Identifican al sospechoso del tiroteo en Cleveland que dejó dos muertos; la búsqueda se extiende fuera de TexasLa Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Liberty informa que continúa la búsqueda del hombre acusado de abrir fuego afuera de un bar en Cleveland la madrugada del domingo, un ataque que dejó dos personas muertas y cuatro heridas.
Deputies identify suspect in Cleveland bar shooting that left two dead, manhunt expands beyond Texas
Read full article: Deputies identify suspect in Cleveland bar shooting that left two dead, manhunt expands beyond TexasThe Liberty County Sheriff’s Office says the man accused of opening fire outside a Cleveland bar early Sunday morning is still on the run.
16-year-old boy charged after his father was found stabbed to death inside Pearland home
Read full article: 16-year-old boy charged after his father was found stabbed to death inside Pearland homeThe exact relationship between the driver and the dead man has not been disclosed yet, but is part of the ongoing investigation.
Three decades later, Jane Doe identified; death now investigated as homicide
Read full article: Three decades later, Jane Doe identified; death now investigated as homicideAfter 32 years, the identity of a woman known as "Harris County Jane Doe," found in a Houston wooded area in 1992, has been confirmed as Joann Zamora through investigative genetic genealogy by Moxxy Forensic Investigations
Woman found shot in NW Harris County, deputies investigating as murder
Read full article: Woman found shot in NW Harris County, deputies investigating as murderDeputies said they found the woman at the end of a cul-de-sac, dead from at least two gunshot wounds but about nine shell casings were found near her body.
Man found guilty of aggravated assault of public servant in death of Nassau Bay police sergeant
Read full article: Man found guilty of aggravated assault of public servant in death of Nassau Bay police sergeantA jury found Tavores Henderson, the man who killed a Nassau Bay police officer during a traffic stop, guilty of aggravated assault of a public servant, prosecutors announced.
Young witness describes moment 11-year-old boy was fatally shot during ‘ding-dong-ditch’ prank in east Houston
Read full article: Young witness describes moment 11-year-old boy was fatally shot during ‘ding-dong-ditch’ prank in east HoustonCourt documents have revealed more information about a homeowner who was charged with murder after allegedly shooting 11-year-old Julian Guzman, who knocked on his house’s door and ran away.
Husband, wife killed during apparent murder-suicide in west Harris County
Read full article: Husband, wife killed during apparent murder-suicide in west Harris CountyInvestigators said the couple’s 16-year-old daughter called authorities after seeing her parents having a heated argument. Deputies later found them dead inside in an apparent murder-suicide.
Attorneys don’t want camera in courtroom for Sarah Hartsfield murder trial
Read full article: Attorneys don’t want camera in courtroom for Sarah Hartsfield murder trialChambers County prosecutors and the defense attorney for Sarah Hartsfield are fighting to keep a camera out of the courtroom for her September murder trial.
Woman killed, man turns gun on self in apparent murder-suicide at northwest Harris County home
Read full article: Woman killed, man turns gun on self in apparent murder-suicide at northwest Harris County homeA woman is in critical condition after she was reportedly shot by her partner who then turned the gun on himself.
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.
Man found dead in street with multiple stab wounds in Houston’s Kashmere Gardens area
Read full article: Man found dead in street with multiple stab wounds in Houston’s Kashmere Gardens areaHouston Police are investigating after a man was found dead in the middle of the street in the Kashmere Gardens area,
2 teens arrested, charged after fatal shooting of 19-year-old at apartment complex in Humble
Read full article: 2 teens arrested, charged after fatal shooting of 19-year-old at apartment complex in Humblehe incident, which took place on August 3rd on Bellow Falls Lane, has left the community seeking answers.
7 Years Later, A Houston Mother Still Seeks Justice for Daughter Killed in Drive-By Shooting
Read full article: 7 Years Later, A Houston Mother Still Seeks Justice for Daughter Killed in Drive-By ShootingHer family continues to seek justice and answers, urging the police to reopen the case that has gone cold.
Houston men tied to “Free Money” gang indicted in 2022 murder
Read full article: Houston men tied to “Free Money” gang indicted in 2022 murderTwo Houston men, Terry and Travonte Ardoin, have been indicted for murder and attempted murder related to their alleged involvement with the "Free Money" gang.
‘Hit me like a ton of bricks’ Family remembers victim in suspected drunk driving crash in Midtown
Read full article: ‘Hit me like a ton of bricks’ Family remembers victim in suspected drunk driving crash in MidtownThe Harris County Constable Precinct 7 Office will hold a press conference following a high-speed chase that resulted in a deadly crash in Midtown.
Man charged with murder after killing 2 in crash during high-speed pursuit
Read full article: Man charged with murder after killing 2 in crash during high-speed pursuitThe driver of a vehicle involved in a police pursuit has been charged with two counts with murder after his car struck another vehicle and caused a fiery crash.
$500K bond set for man accused of killing contract worker outside Houston business
Read full article: $500K bond set for man accused of killing contract worker outside Houston businessA man accused in the shooting death of a contract worker early Wednesday morning outside of a Houston business has been taken into custody on Thursday, the Houston Police Department announced.
Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of contract worker outside Houston business
Read full article: Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of contract worker outside Houston businessA man accused in the shooting death of a contract worker early Wednesday morning outside of a Houston business has been taken into custody on Thursday, the Houston Police Department announced.
Adoptive father sentenced to 50 years in prison for death of 7-year-old found in washing machine
Read full article: Adoptive father sentenced to 50 years in prison for death of 7-year-old found in washing machineA man who was found guilty of murdering his adoptive son has been sentenced to 50 years in prison.
Son arrested, charged with murder after mother beaten with hammer in west Harris County
Read full article: Son arrested, charged with murder after mother beaten with hammer in west Harris CountyRobert Babin was arrested and charged with murder after allegedly attacking his mother with a hammer during an argument in west Harris County.
Man finds brother shot to death outside Houston business, gunman at large
Read full article: Man finds brother shot to death outside Houston business, gunman at largeInvestigators said a driver pulled up to a business where a man was working outside. The two exchanged words when, at some point, the driver got out and shot the worker before fleeing the scene.
Woman charged with murder after shooting 75-year-old woman collecting aluminum cans, police say
Read full article: Woman charged with murder after shooting 75-year-old woman collecting aluminum cans, police sayAmber McNulty was initially charged with felon in possession of a weapon but now faces a murder charge. The shooting occurred on July 15 at the Spanish Village Apartments off Griggs Road.
Drug dealer convicted of fentanyl murder of Army combat veteran in Montgomery County
Read full article: Drug dealer convicted of fentanyl murder of Army combat veteran in Montgomery CountyTexas passed a law just a month before Fortin’s death in 2023, making it a crime to supply or distribute drugs that lead to a person’s death. Prosecutors said proving fentanyl murder charges is challenging, but in this case, strong evidence led to Smith’s conviction.
Family pleads for answers in Galleria-area murder as reward doubles to $10,000
Read full article: Family pleads for answers in Galleria-area murder as reward doubles to $10,000Walker, 30, was fatally shot during a robbery on January 16 in the Post Oak parking lot after leaving a restaurant in the Galleria area.
Man shot, killed during argument with group of people in SW Houston; suspects on the run
Read full article: Man shot, killed during argument with group of people in SW Houston; suspects on the runPolice say a man in a truck got into an argument with at least five people. At some point, someone in the group hurled a brick at his truck, and someone else then started shooting at his truck, killing the man inside.
Man sentenced to life without parole for 2022 killing of ex-girlfriend’s 9-year-old daughter
Read full article: Man sentenced to life without parole for 2022 killing of ex-girlfriend’s 9-year-old daughterA man will spend the rest of his life in prison about being sentenced for the 2022 shooting death of his ex-girlfriend’s 9-year-old daughter.
Man sentenced to 35 years in prison for fatal shooting during fight outside Bacliff bar
Read full article: Man sentenced to 35 years in prison for fatal shooting during fight outside Bacliff barA Bacliff man has been sentenced to 35 years in prison after shooting a man during an altercation in the parking lot of a bar last year.
Jury deliberations underway for father accused of murdering son, dumping his body on side of I-10
Read full article: Jury deliberations underway for father accused of murdering son, dumping his body on side of I-10The jury is currently deliberating in a case involving a man accused of murdering his son, Romeo Jimerson, and dumping his body along I-10 in Chambers County.
Federal charges filed against Houston men in murder-for-hire plot involving $305 payment
Read full article: Federal charges filed against Houston men in murder-for-hire plot involving $305 paymentA federal grand jury has indicted Michael Seery, Ricardo Obando Jr., and Matthew Rosas in a murder-for-hire plot targeting a man identified as R.D. in Houston.
2 dead, 15 wounded after drive-by outside SE Houston nightclub
Read full article: 2 dead, 15 wounded after drive-by outside SE Houston nightclubAuthorities said a crowd of people were outside the club when a car drove by and someone inside shot at the crowd, shooting about seven people, killing at least two of them. The motive is still under investigation, and the search for the gunmen continues.
‘It just didn’t get done’: Harris Co. DA’s office delays indictment for man who admitted to killing disabled father of 5
Read full article: ‘It just didn’t get done’: Harris Co. DA’s office delays indictment for man who admitted to killing disabled father of 5A Houston man who has been in jail for murder since late March was granted a personal recognizance (PR) bond on Thursday afternoon, according to court records, after Harris County prosecutors failed to indict him before the 90-day deadline.
Family of murdered nursing student demands justice, sues Houston landlord and background check firm for negligence
Read full article: Family of murdered nursing student demands justice, sues Houston landlord and background check firm for negligenceThe family of a Houston nursing student and social media influencer who was allegedly murdered by her roommate is suing the landlord and background check firm who allowed her to live with a man with a violent past.
Boyfriend allegedly stabbed contractor 39 times in jealous rage, then hid body in box
Read full article: Boyfriend allegedly stabbed contractor 39 times in jealous rage, then hid body in boxIn northwest Harris County, Steven Eberly, 36, allegedly killed contractor Luis Silva Mendez, 53, driven by jealousy over a suspected romantic involvement with Eberly's girlfriend, the homeowner.
K9 ‘Lady’ connects shell casings in deadly ambush at Houston park to other incidents in Harris, Brazoria counties
Read full article: K9 ‘Lady’ connects shell casings in deadly ambush at Houston park to other incidents in Harris, Brazoria countiesAdditional details have been released in court Wednesday on the suspect charged in connection with a deadly shooting where two men were ambushed and killed during their daily early morning walks near a southwest Houston park.
Bond denied for man charged in deadly ambush attack of 2 retired men near southwest Houston park
Read full article: Bond denied for man charged in deadly ambush attack of 2 retired men near southwest Houston parkAn arrest has been made in connection with a deadly shooting where two men were ambushed and killed during their daily early morning walks near a southwest Houston park, according to the Houston Police Department.
‘I stabbed her, I killed her’: Man faces judge after admitting to killing wife in Houston apartment
Read full article: ‘I stabbed her, I killed her’: Man faces judge after admitting to killing wife in Houston apartmentA 31-year-old man appeared before a judge for the first time after admitting to killing his wife in a violent stabbing at a Houston apartment complex.
2 retired men killed ambush-style in attack while walking trail near southwest Houston park
Read full article: 2 retired men killed ambush-style in attack while walking trail near southwest Houston parkAuthorities are piecing together what led up to a deadly shooting where two people were found in a southwest Houston park.
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.
Deputies searching for blue Volkswagen after June 10 Fresno shooting
Read full article: Deputies searching for blue Volkswagen after June 10 Fresno shootingDeputies in Fort Bend County are searching for a blue 2011 Volkswagen Jetta with a Marine Corps emblem on its Texas license plate, connected to the fatal shooting of 31-year-old Benjamin Flores on June 10 in Fresno.
Father accused of killing baby girl sends KPRC 2 message before his arrest
Read full article: Father accused of killing baby girl sends KPRC 2 message before his arrestJeremy Fancher and Destiny Campos face murder charges in connection with the death of their 4-month-old daughter, Brookelyn Fancher, whose body was discovered in a dresser drawer at the Days Inn off Rancho Mission Drive in April 2024.
Trauma therapist weighs in after horrific domestic violence case in Houston
Read full article: Trauma therapist weighs in after horrific domestic violence case in HoustonAuthorities are investigating a horrific domestic violence case after a man allegedly shot and killed his girlfriend, then sent graphic photos of her body to a family member—along with threats aimed at the victim’s relatives.
Case where beloved father shot to death over parking in west Houston now being referred to grand jury
Read full article: Case where beloved father shot to death over parking in west Houston now being referred to grand juryA tragic incident where 31-year-old Abdul Rahman Waziri was shot and killed following an argument over parking will now be referred to a grand jury for review, according to Houston police.
Boyfriend charged with murder after stabbing, stalking woman inside west Houston restaurant
Read full article: Boyfriend charged with murder after stabbing, stalking woman inside west Houston restaurantCornejo faces murder charges for fatally stabbing his girlfriend, Argelia Diaz Maya, in a west Houston restaurant, a case identified as domestic violence-related.
Elderly convicted murderer charged with continued stalking of Sugar Land woman whose mother he killed in 1970s
Read full article: Elderly convicted murderer charged with continued stalking of Sugar Land woman whose mother he killed in 1970sAn elderly man with a violent criminal past is facing new charges after officials say he continued to torment a Sugar Land woman whose mother he murdered 50 years ago.
‘King of the Hill’ actor, Jonathan Joss, shot to death in San Antonio
Read full article: ‘King of the Hill’ actor, Jonathan Joss, shot to death in San AntonioActor Jonathan Joss, 59, best known for playing the voice of John Redcorn on the animated series “King of the Hill,” has died in San Antonio on Sunday, a law enforcement source confirmed.
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.
$20K reward offered for information in 2023 murder of Harris County father
Read full article: $20K reward offered for information in 2023 murder of Harris County fatherCrime Stoppers of Houston and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are seeking public assistance in identifying the suspect in the murder of 39-year-old Austin Kanuch, who was fatally stabbed in his home on September 22, 2023.
Two men arrested in deadly southeast Houston home invasion that left roommates shot
Read full article: Two men arrested in deadly southeast Houston home invasion that left roommates shotTwo men, Jordan T. Smith and Desmore Letre Modlist, have been arrested and charged in connection with a deadly home invasion shooting in southeast Houston.
Court docs reveal new details about ‘Can Man Bill,’ the 83-year-old Texas City man charged with murder
Read full article: Court docs reveal new details about ‘Can Man Bill,’ the 83-year-old Texas City man charged with murderCourt documents have revealed new details about the evidence that led an 83-year-old Texas City man to face murder charges after being arrested earlier this month.
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.
Jealous boyfriend murders home contractor, leaves body inside box in Harris County
Read full article: Jealous boyfriend murders home contractor, leaves body inside box in Harris CountyIn northwest Harris County, Steven Eberly, 36, allegedly killed contractor Luis Silva Mendez, 53, driven by jealousy over a suspected romantic involvement with Eberly's girlfriend, the homeowner.
Man charged with killing father, stepmother inside Spring home
Read full article: Man charged with killing father, stepmother inside Spring homeBenjamin Frakes, 39, has been charged with capital murder for the shooting deaths of his father, Franklin Frakes, 72, and stepmother, Florentina Frakes, 56, in their Spring home.
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 shot to death outside SE Houston apartment, police looking for killers
Read full article: Man found shot to death outside SE Houston apartment, police looking for killersIt's unclear what led up to the shooting, but police said witnesses called 911 after they heard gunshots in the area and found a man gunned down outside the apartment building.
Son accused of killing mom on Mother’s Day, stabbing father in northwest Houston
Read full article: Son accused of killing mom on Mother’s Day, stabbing father in northwest HoustonOn Mother’s Day, Bao Hoang Dinh allegedly attacked his parents in their northwest Houston home, resulting in the death of his mother, Hat Nguyen, and injuries to his father. It's unclear why he did it.
Houston family pleads for answers 10 years after mother’s murder
Read full article: Houston family pleads for answers 10 years after mother’s murderOver a decade after the unsolved murder of Angela Wafer, her family and Houston Police detectives continue to seek public assistance in identifying her killer.
Elderly man arrested after killing man with car following disagreement in League City
Read full article: Elderly man arrested after killing man with car following disagreement in League CityAn elderly man in League City has been arrested after allegedly striking and killing someone with his car following an argument.
Jacinto City mother still searching for answers in Abel Vera’s 2004 cold case
Read full article: Jacinto City mother still searching for answers in Abel Vera’s 2004 cold caseIn Jacinto City, Juanita Vera continues to seek answers in her son Abel Vera’s 2004 cold case, where he was found beaten and hog-tied in a ditch in Fort Bend County.
Father accused of giving fentanyl to daughter, sexually assaulting her friend on Thanksgiving
Read full article: Father accused of giving fentanyl to daughter, sexually assaulting her friend on ThanksgivingJoshua Youngblood, 45, has been charged with murder and aggravated sexual assault following the fentanyl-related death of his daughter, Jade Youngblood, on Thanksgiving Day 2023 in Houston.
Houston roommate charged in stabbing death of UK TikTok influencer
Read full article: Houston roommate charged in stabbing death of UK TikTok influencerA nursing student and TikTok influencer from the United Kingdom (UK) was stabbed to death in a Houston apartment just days before her college graduation.
‘We want a dangerous person off the street’: Family seeks justice for father’s mysterious murder in NW Harris County
Read full article: ‘We want a dangerous person off the street’: Family seeks justice for father’s mysterious murder in NW Harris CountyThe parents of a father who was mysteriously stabbed to death in his Northwest Harris County home are speaking out.