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Woman shot during child custody dispute outside of Walmart in west Harris County
Read full article: Woman shot during child custody dispute outside of Walmart in west Harris CountyAround 9:20 p.m., a confrontation between a man, his girlfriend, and the child's mother escalated in the parking lot, resulting in the man's girlfriend being shot in the leg.
Shooting suspect targeted neighbor over concerns of horse getting ‘too fat’ in Polk County
Read full article: Shooting suspect targeted neighbor over concerns of horse getting ‘too fat’ in Polk CountyA man accused of shooting his neighbor in the Leggett area leading to a search by law enforcement last week is now being held in the Polk County Jail with no bond, according to jail records.
San Antonio man arrested, charged with murder after evidence links him to shooting in Kemah
Read full article: San Antonio man arrested, charged with murder after evidence links him to shooting in KemahA man has now been arrested after evidence linked him to a double shooting in Kemah that left a man dead nearly two weeks ago.
78-year-old man accused of shooting his stepson to death during fight in northeast Harris County
Read full article: 78-year-old man accused of shooting his stepson to death during fight in northeast Harris CountyDeputies say a 78-year-old man shot and killed his wife’s son after the son tried to break up a fight between the couple.
‘Ding-dong ditch’ shooting suspect’s attorneys demand return of seized cellphone
Read full article: ‘Ding-dong ditch’ shooting suspect’s attorneys demand return of seized cellphoneDefense attorneys for Gonzalo Leon Jr., the man accused of fatally shooting 11-year-old Julian Guzman during a “ding-dong ditch” prank, are asking prosecutors to turn over key evidence, including Leon’s cellphone, which they say was seized without a timely warrant.
Left behind Croc sandal helps detectives identify suspect in deadly February shooting
Read full article: Left behind Croc sandal helps detectives identify suspect in deadly February shootingHouston Police say a man has been arrested in connection to a fatal shooting in February that killed a 21-year-old.
Convicted felon arrested, charged after 4-year-old boy accidentally shoots himself in head in SE Houston apartment
Read full article: Convicted felon arrested, charged after 4-year-old boy accidentally shoots himself in head in SE Houston apartmentA man has been arrested and charged with multiple felonies connected to the accidental self-shooting of a child in an apartment complex in southeast Houston.
Teen killed in possible shootout at Fifth Ward apartment complex
Read full article: Teen killed in possible shootout at Fifth Ward apartment complexHouston police are investigating a fatal shooting at the Cleme Manor Apartments on Thursday night, where an 18-year-old man was shot in the upper abdomen and later died at the hospital.
3 teenagers arrested in connection to killing of Marine Veteran who worked as rideshare driver in NW Harris County
Read full article: 3 teenagers arrested in connection to killing of Marine Veteran who worked as rideshare driver in NW Harris CountyAuthorities say the suspects allegedly shot Nguyen before taking his belongings and vehicle and fleeing the scene.
Officer fires weapon after shots ring out near SW Houston encampment; pregnant woman hit by bullets dies next day
Read full article: Officer fires weapon after shots ring out near SW Houston encampment; pregnant woman hit by bullets dies next dayPolice said it began as a routine traffic stop when an officer noticed someone firing at a group of people in a nearby alley, which investigators described as a homeless encampment.
Man shoots girlfriend before turning gun on himself in west Harris County, sheriff says
Read full article: Man shoots girlfriend before turning gun on himself in west Harris County, sheriff saysA woman was airlifted to a hospital Wednesday morning after officials said she was shot by her boyfriend in west Harris County moments before he turned the gun on himself.
Woman killed and man injured after leaving Houston nightclub; police searching for gunman
Read full article: Woman killed and man injured after leaving Houston nightclub; police searching for gunmanPolice are investigating a deadly shooting that started outside a Southwest Houston nightclub and ended just a few blocks away.
Teen arrested after opening fire inside Sharpstown apartment, sparking SWAT standoff
Read full article: Teen arrested after opening fire inside Sharpstown apartment, sparking SWAT standoffA SWAT standoff in southwest Houston ended with a 17-year-old in custody after police say he opened fire inside an apartment. A mother jumped from a balcony, and two girls were rescued from a window.
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.
Houston psychiatrist explains warning signs after Brazoria County mother accused of shooting four children
Read full article: Houston psychiatrist explains warning signs after Brazoria County mother accused of shooting four childrenInvestigators are still working to learn what led up to a horrific tragedy in Brazoria County where a mother is accused of shooting her four children, killing two of them.
‘Kill them all’: Court docs reveal disturbing statements by mother accused of shooting her 4 children
Read full article: ‘Kill them all’: Court docs reveal disturbing statements by mother accused of shooting her 4 childrenKPRC 2 has obtained court documents that detail the state of mind of a woman accused of shooting all four of her children early Saturday in Brazoria County.
‘That’s my grandbaby’: Grandfather shares memories after Porter mother accused of killing her children
Read full article: ‘That’s my grandbaby’: Grandfather shares memories after Porter mother accused of killing her childrenA man from Atlanta, Georgia said two of the children involved in a shooting in the Angleton area over the weekend are his grandchildren.
Mother of young father killed in Houston road rage shooting reacts to Governor Abbott’s new task force
Read full article: Mother of young father killed in Houston road rage shooting reacts to Governor Abbott’s new task forceThe mother of a young father killed in a Houston road rage shooting is speaking out after Governor Greg Abbott announced a new task force targeting repeat violent offenders.
Man fatally shot in apparent accidental shooting while drinking with friends in SE Houston
Read full article: Man fatally shot in apparent accidental shooting while drinking with friends in SE HoustonHouston Police are searching for a man who fled the scene of what they believe to potentially be an accidental shooting in southeast Houston.
Man dead, another critically injured after argument leads to shooting in Sunnyside
Read full article: Man dead, another critically injured after argument leads to shooting in SunnysideHouston police are looking for what they say is a known suspect after two men were shot, one fatally in the Sunnyside area Tuesday evening.
17-year-old, mother, grandmother shot after group shows up at home to fight teenager in Cypress
Read full article: 17-year-old, mother, grandmother shot after group shows up at home to fight teenager in CypressAuthorities with the Harris County Pct. 5 Constable’s Office say three people have been shot in the Cypress area Tuesday evening.
How Houston area law enforcement is stepping up security in light of Michigan church shooting
Read full article: How Houston area law enforcement is stepping up security in light of Michigan church shootingPeace of mind is the goal in light of the tragedy in Michigan, prompting local law enforcement to step up security at churches in the Houston area, so families can feel safe going to their places of worship.
METRO officer grazed in shooting during traffic stop in Museum Park, suspect in custody
Read full article: METRO officer grazed in shooting during traffic stop in Museum Park, suspect in custodyHouston authorities say a METRO Police officer was grazed during a traffic stop Sunday in Museum Park. The suspect fired at the officer and is now in custody, and the officer is stable.
Galleria Food Truck Park shut down amid shooting, gambling concerns
Read full article: Galleria Food Truck Park shut down amid shooting, gambling concernsA lawsuit described the food truck park area as a “common nuisance because certain criminal activity habitually occurs there, and the Defendants knowingly tolerate and fail to make reasonable attempts to abate such criminal activity.”
Jury finds Tony Earls guilty of manslaughter in shooting death of 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez
Read full article: Jury finds Tony Earls guilty of manslaughter in shooting death of 9-year-old Arlene AlvarezA jury began deliberations in the manslaughter trial of Tony Earls Jr., who is accused of the 2022 shooting death of 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez.
Man killed after dice game erupts into shooting at NE Harris Co. apartment complex
Read full article: Man killed after dice game erupts into shooting at NE Harris Co. apartment complexIt’s unclear exactly how the shooting unfolded, but preliminary information indicates the man was playing dice in a common area. An argument then broke out with at least one other man, and things escalated, and he was shot multiple times.
Man found shot to death in west Houston sidewalk, police investigating
Read full article: Man found shot to death in west Houston sidewalk, police investigatingThere were reports of a carjacking in the area, HPD noted, but it’s unclear if it was related to the shooting, and it is part of HPD’s ongoing investigation.
3 people, including 16-year-old, shot at home in NW Harris County
Read full article: 3 people, including 16-year-old, shot at home in NW Harris CountyDeputies said a 16-year-old was possibly shot, as were two other people in their 20s. The circumstances surrounding the shooting are still under investigation.
Teen charged with murder in deadly shooting of 15-year-old outside southwest Houston gas station
Read full article: Teen charged with murder in deadly shooting of 15-year-old outside southwest Houston gas stationOfficers said two groups met at a Circle K gas station to fight, leading to the deadly shooting.
Ding-dong ditch shooting suspect indicted by grand jury for murder in 11-year-old boy’s death
Read full article: Ding-dong ditch shooting suspect indicted by grand jury for murder in 11-year-old boy’s deathThe suspect accused of fatally shooting 11-year-old Julian Guzman last month has been indicted for murder.
Suspect barricaded inside La Porte home after firing gun in domestic incident now in custody
Read full article: Suspect barricaded inside La Porte home after firing gun in domestic incident now in custodyLaw enforcement say a man who barricaded himself inside a La Porte home after firing a gun in a domestic disturbance is now in custody.
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.
President Trump orders American flags to be lowered to half-mast in response to murder of Charlie Kirk
Read full article: President Trump orders American flags to be lowered to half-mast in response to murder of Charlie KirkAfter conservative political activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at a speaking event at Utah Valley University, President Donald Trump has ordered American flags to be lowered to Half Mast in his honor.
Abbott, Cruz among Texas leaders to react to assassination of activist Charlie Kirk at college speaking event in Utah
Read full article: Abbott, Cruz among Texas leaders to react to assassination of activist Charlie Kirk at college speaking event in UtahLeaders across Texas have voiced their concerns after Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative political activist, was shot in the neck while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.
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.
Woman shoots husband during fight at home in W. Harris County
Read full article: Woman shoots husband during fight at home in W. Harris CountyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office says crime scene investigators and homicide detectives are en route to a home in the western part of the county after a man was shot and killed Tuesday evening.
Bodycam video shows moments HPD officers fatally shoot armed robbery suspect after chase in southwest Houston
Read full article: Bodycam video shows moments HPD officers fatally shoot armed robbery suspect after chase in southwest HoustonThe Houston Police Department released body worn camera video of moments that led up to the deadly shooting of an armed robbery suspect on Aug. 10.
Ex-boyfriend shot, killed by woman’s friend after refusing to stop beating her, Houston PD says
Read full article: Ex-boyfriend shot, killed by woman’s friend after refusing to stop beating her, Houston PD saysDoorbell video showed the ex-boyfriend assaulting the woman, leaving her with bruises and scars, according to investigators. When the friend tried to intervene, police said the ex turned on him as well.
2 killed, 4 remain injured as gunman in Liberty County bar shooting remains at large
Read full article: 2 killed, 4 remain injured as gunman in Liberty County bar shooting remains at largeOfficials have said one of the six people shot outside a bar in Liberty County early Sunday morning has succumbed to their injuries, adding a second person to the death toll.
‘He took out the gun and started shooting everybody’: Friends mourn after Liberty County bar shooting
Read full article: ‘He took out the gun and started shooting everybody’: Friends mourn after Liberty County bar shootingDeputies in Liberty County are searching for a man accused of opening fire outside a Cleveland bar early Sunday morning, leaving one person dead and five others hurt.
A woman is hospitalized after police say she was shot by her father
Read full article: A woman is hospitalized after police say she was shot by her fatherHouston police said that a father and his adult daughter got into an argument at a home of Gatebriar Dr. near Fondren Rd. At 11:30 on Friday. According to police, the father later pulled a gun and is accused of shooting his daughter.
2 men wanted in connection to shooting of 16-year-old on scooter in Fifth Ward
Read full article: 2 men wanted in connection to shooting of 16-year-old on scooter in Fifth WardHouston Police are searching for two men wanted in connection with a July shooting where a 16-year-old on a scooter was shot after being hit by a car. The teen survived the incident.
Bond set at $1M for army veteran charged in deadly shooting of 11-year-old playing ‘ding dong ditch’
Read full article: Bond set at $1M for army veteran charged in deadly shooting of 11-year-old playing ‘ding dong ditch’We also learned that the suspect served in the Texas National Guard for more than four years.
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.
Homeowner charged with murder after shooting 11-year-old during ‘ding dong ditch’ prank
Read full article: Homeowner charged with murder after shooting 11-year-old during ‘ding dong ditch’ prankInvestigators said Gonzalo Leon, 42, has been charged with shooting 11-year-old Julian Guzman, who witnesses said was last seen running from a house, after ringing the doorbell, "just prior to suffering a gunshot wound."
Gunman remains at large after firing shots near Spring ISD elementary
Read full article: Gunman remains at large after firing shots near Spring ISD elementaryA hunt is underway for a man in all black, firing several gunshots in the Spring area, causing an elementary school nearby to go on temporary secure mode.
11-year-old’s fatal ‘ding dong ditch’ prank reignites debate on Texas Castle Doctrine
Read full article: 11-year-old’s fatal ‘ding dong ditch’ prank reignites debate on Texas Castle DoctrineA prank that led to an 11-year-old boy being shot to death in Houston’s Eastside has left many questions unanswered. The case has sparked a lot of conversation about the Castle Doctrine in Texas, which is a part of the state’s self-defense laws.
2 men shot in possible drug deal before crashing car into north Harris County home
Read full article: 2 men shot in possible drug deal before crashing car into north Harris County homeTwo men were shot in a possible drug-related incident in north Harris County, leading to their vehicle crashing into a home on Champions Way Lane.
Harris Co. Pct. 4 deputies ramping up patrols on local churches after deadly shooting at Catholic church in Minneapolis
Read full article: Harris Co. Pct. 4 deputies ramping up patrols on local churches after deadly shooting at Catholic church in MinneapolisIn response to the tragic shooting at a Catholic church in Minneapolis, Harris County Precinct 4 is stepping up patrols at local churches.
2 suspects dead after home invasion in SE Houston; police say men posed as officers
Read full article: 2 suspects dead after home invasion in SE Houston; police say men posed as officersA terrifying home invasion ended with two suspects dead late Friday night after they posed as police officers and opened fire on a Southeast Houston home.
Woman hit by gunfire near SE Houston park after she says she heard arguing nearby
Read full article: Woman hit by gunfire near SE Houston park after she says she heard arguing nearbyA woman was taken to a hospital by private vehicle after she said she was shot while near a southeast Houston park Thursday evening.
Man claims self defense after fatally shooting girlfriend who pointed gun at him in east Houston
Read full article: Man claims self defense after fatally shooting girlfriend who pointed gun at him in east HoustonA man who fatally shot his girlfriend in east Houston is claiming that he did so in self defense.
Family speaks after teen shot while burying pet guinea pig last month
Read full article: Family speaks after teen shot while burying pet guinea pig last monthThe family of the teenager who was shot while burying his pet guinea pig outside of his home is holding another news conference on Wednesday afternoon.
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.
Teen shot while burying his guinea pig still recovering as his alleged shooter remains on the run
Read full article: Teen shot while burying his guinea pig still recovering as his alleged shooter remains on the runA Houston teenager who was shot in his own yard while burying his guinea pig is now recovering at home after weeks in the hospital. His alleged shooter remains on the run — and the victim’s family says they’re the ones doing the work to find him.
Local advocacy group joins family, calls for justice for 18-year-old shot while burying dead guinea pig
Read full article: Local advocacy group joins family, calls for justice for 18-year-old shot while burying dead guinea pigThe family of 18-year-old Emmanuel Menchaca is demanding justice after he was shot three times by a neighbor while burying his pet guinea pig outside his home in Houston.
Man shot at bar in East Houston found during crash investigation in downtown Houston
Read full article: Man shot at bar in East Houston found during crash investigation in downtown HoustonA man was hospitalized in critical condition after police said he was shot at a bar in East Houston. Police discovered him as they were investigating three separate minor crashes in downtown Houston.
Man charged in shooting death of 13-Year-old boy at west Houston apartment
Read full article: Man charged in shooting death of 13-Year-old boy at west Houston apartmentA man was arrested and charged in the shooting death of a 13-year-old boy after police say he fired multiple shots into a west Houston apartment on Aug. 10.