Who fired first? Jurors hear from Texas Ranger who investigated deadly Harding St. raid
Day six of the Gerald Goines murder trial saw tensions rise as Judge Nelson threatened to extend court hours if proceedings donโt move more quickly.
HPD detective says no evidence Gerald Goines fired firearm during deadly Harding St. raid
The trial for ex-HPD officer Gerald Goines continues, with Detective Lujan taking the stand to discuss his probe into the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid that left Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog dead.
LIVE BLOG: Defense questions thoroughness of Harding St. home search after deadly raid
The first week of former HPD officer Gerald Goines' murder trial has revealed shocking revelations, including a gripping testimony from ex-partner Steven Bryant. Read more and stay updated with 'The Bench: Gerald Goines.'
Gerald Goines murder trial: What happened during hearing into existence of bodycam video in Harding St. raid
Judge Veronica Nelson questioned the existence of this footage, as Bryant never personally saw the camera or its recordings.
Defense questions thoroughness of Harding St. home search after deadly raid
The first week of former HPD officer Gerald Goines' murder trial has revealed shocking revelations, including a gripping testimony from ex-partner Steven Bryant. Read more and stay updated with 'The Bench: Gerald Goines.'
The Bench: Gerald Goines, Episode 1
A former Houston police officer stands trial for a deadly no-knock raid that left two people and their dog dead, with explosive allegations surfacing about the former police chief's involvement. Shocking courtroom testimony and missing body camera footage are raising serious questions about justice and police accountability.
Ex-Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo defends ordering officers to turn off body cam after deadly Harding St. raid
Former Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo defended his decision to order the deactivation of body cameras during the aftermath of the deadly Harding Street raid. Acevedo shared HPDโs updated 2021 policy on body-worn cameras, which allows deactivation "when approved by a supervisor on extended scenes."
Ex-HPD narcotics officer reveals never-before-seen body camera video of deadly Harding Street raid during testimony
On the fourth day of former HPD narcotics officer Gerald Goines' murder trial, new revelations emerged about potentially crucial, yet missing, body camera footage from the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid.
Ex-HPD Chief Acevedo silent on video showing he ordered body cam shutdown after botched Harding Street raid
Former Houston Police Department Chief Art Acevedo has decided not to immediately comment on the bombshell video evidence and testimony that played inside the courtroom during the murder trial of former HPD Officer Gerald Goines.
Gerald Goinesโ former HPD partner, Steven Bryant, drops bombshell during emotional testimony
The murder trial of ex-HPD narcotics officer Gerald Goines has been full of shocking twists. Stay updated with KPRC 2 Investigates for the latest on this gripping case.
Court video, testimony reveal former HPD Chief Art Acevedo told officer to turn off body camera after deadly raid
A bombshell development emerged at the start of the third day of the murder trial involving former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines.
Written note by Gerald Goines confirms there was no confidential informant in deadly Harding Street raid
The trial of former HPD narcotics officer Gerald Goines continues with gripping testimonies. Officer Rios, under cross-examination, revealed his body camera was only turned on after shots were fired.
Day 2 of Gerald Goines murder trial: State drilling down on initial 911 call that got things going
The murder trial of former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines continues, with the defense arguing he is being "over-charged" for the deaths in the 2019 Harding Street raid. Follow our live updates from the courtroom.
Ex-HPD narcotics officerโs lies led to deadly Harding Street raid, prosecutors argue
On day one of Gerald Goine's murder trial, we heard from three witnesses, including two Houston Police Department officers who participated in the deadly raid.
Gerald Goines murder trial: Legal experts give predictions on trial ahead of 1st day
Who will stand by Goines, and will the trial reveal if friendly fire played a role in the tragic event? Follow KPRC 2โs Mario Diaz for live updates from the courthouse every day starting September 9. What are your thoughts on the case?
Jury sequestration: What is it and should the jury in the Gerald Goines murder trial be sequestered?
As Houston braces for the trial of ex-narcotics officer Gerald Goines, who faces charges related to the deadly Harding Street raid, the question of jury sequestration takes center stage. Should jurors be isolated to avoid outside influences in this highly publicized case?
Gerald Goines murder trial: Do you think thereโs a pathway to not-guilty?
With previous indictments thrown out and re-indictments issued, attorneys KPRC 2 spoke with believe Goines' defense may argue that their client's actions were within his authority and not inherently dangerous. Will the prosecutors prove otherwise?
Gerald Goines murder trial: Since heโs a former HPD officer, how will this trial be different?
Former Houston Police Department officer Gerald Goines is set to face a jury next week for his role in the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid that left a couple and their dog dead. #Justice #HoustonPolice #HardingStreetRaid
Gerald Goines murder trial: How much of this case is political?
The long-awaited trial of former Houston narcotics officer Gerald Goines, accused of the 2019 murders of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas during a botched raid, begins on September 9. Amidst delays and political intrigue, the case has raised questions about justice and accountability within the Houston Police Department. With civil trials also looming, many wonder about the influence of politics in high-profile prosecutions. How will this unfold?
Deadly Harding Street Raid: 5-year delay in Gerald Goinesโ murder trial raises one key question... why?
After a five-year wait, the families of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas may finally see justice as former HPD officer Gerald Goines faces trial for the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid. With numerous delays due to hearings, resets, and broader systemic issues, the case has spotlighted the slow pace of justice. The trial begins on September 9, and the community watches closely. What are your thoughts on the delays in this case?
Gerald Goines murder trial: What is the true impact of this case on Houstonians?
Next month, former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines will stand trial for the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas, killed during a botched no-knock raid in 2019. The trial sheds light on misconduct within HPD's narcotics division and raises questions about the use of no-knock warrants and government overreach. Catch every update through our series "The Bench," hosted by Mario Diaz, and see what local experts have to say.
Meet the prosecutors in the Gerald Goinesโ deadly Harding Street raid murder trial
In less than two weeks, one of Harris County's most significant trials will commence, centering on former Houston Police Officer Gerald Goines and the deadly Harding Street raid. Leading the prosecution are Tanisha Manning and Keaton Forcht, both seasoned attorneys with impressive track records. Manning, a felony division chief with notable cases under her belt, and Forcht, known for prosecuting high-stakes crimes, will be pivotal in this high-profile case.
Meet the prosecutors in the Gerald Goinesโ deadly Harding Street raid murder trial
In less than two weeks, one of Harris County's most significant trials will commence, centering on former Houston Police Officer Gerald Goines and the deadly Harding Street raid. Leading the prosecution are Tanisha Manning and Keaton Forcht, both seasoned attorneys with impressive track records. Manning, a felony division chief with notable cases under her belt, and Forcht, known for prosecuting high-stakes crimes, will be pivotal in this high-profile case.
Meet the defense attorneys in the Gerald Goinesโ deadly Harding Street raid murder trial
In less than two weeks, former Houston Police Department Narcotics Officer Gerald Goines will stand trial for the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas. Get to know the key defense attorneys who will play pivotal roles in this significant Harris County trial, including Nicole Deborde Hochglaube, Molly Bagshaw, Corey Fawcett, George "Mac" Secrest, and William Reagan Wynn.
Who is Judge Veronica Nelson?
As we gear up for the trial of former HPD officer Gerald Goines, get to know Judge Veronica Nelson, the trailblazing judge presiding over the case. Elected in 2022, Judge Nelson brings a wealth of experience from her time as a prosecutor and staff attorney in Harris County. Don't miss our special coverage, "The Bench," starting Monday, Sept. 9 at 8:00 a.m. on KPRC2+. Download the KPRC2+ App now to stay updated on the go!
Who is Gerald Goines? The ex-cop at the center of the deadly Harding Street raid
Gerald Goines, the ex-Houston police officer at the center of the tragic Harding Street raid, is set to go on trial for felony murder in September. The raid, which occurred over five years ago, resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas and left five officers wounded. Goines admitted that the information used to obtain the warrant was fabricated. This case has since triggered a broader investigation into systemic corruption within the Houston Police Departmentโs narcotics division.
THE BENCH: Gerald Goines murder trial for deadly Harding Street raid to begin Monday
Six years after the tragic Harding Street Raid that left a Houston couple dead, the trial of former HPD Officer Gerald Goines is set to begin in September. Goines faces murder charges amidst accusations of falsifying information to obtain the no-knock warrant used in the deadly raid. Stay tuned for ongoing coverage and updates on this pivotal case in Houston's history.
TIMELINE: How the deadly Harding Street Raid unfolded and what has happened since
A police raid at a southeast Houston home Jan. 28, 2019, turned into a shootout. It ended with five officers injured and two suspects dead.
โThe AJ Armstrong Interviewโ: Viewers react to exclusive KPRC 2 prison interview
Hundreds of viewers joined the conversation LIVE, asking questions, leaving comments, and sharing whether they thought the segment was good, bad, sad, etc.
โI believe Iโll be acquittedโ: AJ Armstrong denies killing parents, says he was wrongly convicted
โWeโre not going to stop fighting. Whatever, however long it takes, whatever the process that we have to go through to get me back home, weโre going to do that.โ
How to join the conversation during โThe AJ Armstrong Interviewโ Thursday at 6:30 p.m. on KPRC 2+
If youโre tuning in to our LIVE stream tonight on the exclusive Antonio Armstrong Jr. prison interview with reporter Rilwan Balogun, hereโs how you can join the conversation.
Wife of AJ Armstrong frustrated after not being able to see him for weeks, says heโs innocent
The wife of Antonio โA.J.โ Armstrong Jr. is speaking out after the 23-year-old was found guilty of killing his mother and father while they slept in 2016.
Ken Paxtonโs prosecutors stumbled at times. But did it matter in the GOP-dominated Senate?
The House impeachment managers faced a high bar: convincing enough Republican senators to vote against their own political self-interest.
Paxtonโs legal team, state politicians react to not guilty verdict in impeachment trial
The victory for Attorney General Paxton was not even close, it was overwhelming and it also was filled with much emotion especially afterwards from both sides with what took place in there.
After winning impeachment fight, Paxton still faces felony fraud case and an FBI investigation
The attorney generalโs long-simmering securities fraud case appears closer to resolution, while the FBI has probed the same allegations that played a major role in his impeachment.
Texas senators reach not guilty verdict in AG Ken Paxtonโs impeachment trial
The Texas Senate will be voting on 16 articles of impeachment against Attorney General Ken Paxton on Saturday morning after deliberating for more than seven hours on Friday.
Paxton defense calls charges โfoolishness,โ House argues AG โbetrayed usโ in closing impeachment arguments
The House Managers and Attorney General Ken Paxtonโs lawyers have both rested their cases on Thursday after hours of testimony that lasted eight days.
AG Paxtonโs defense rests their case; closing arguments expected Friday
The historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney generalโs office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
LIVE: House rests their case; Woman AG Ken Paxton allegedly had affair with โdeemed unavailable to testifyโ
The historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney generalโs office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
Day 6: Credit union CEO says Nate Paul allegedly benefited from AG opinion; Houston attorney says Paxton โmisledโ him
The historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney generalโs office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
AG Ken Paxton impeachment trial: Whistleblower said he feared Paxton was being blackmailed by Nate Paul
The historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney generalโs office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
AJ Armstrong seeks appeal in capital murder conviction; has until Sept. 15 to file motion for new trial
Antonio Armstrong Jr. is still fighting for his innocence three weeks after a jury found him guilty of murdering his parents while they slept in their home in 2016.
DAY 4:Private texts, whistleblower memes revealed during AG Ken Paxtonโs impeachment trial
The historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney generalโs office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
Inside Day 3 of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton impeachment trial
The historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney generalโs office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
Historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton continues Thursday
Day 1 of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxtonโs Impeachment trial took place Tuesday, beginning with hours of formal court work, pre-trial motions, a formal plea, and a vote from Senators inside the Chambers.
Inside Ken Paxtonโs impeachment trial courtroom
The impeachment trial of Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate is now underway. The case is centered on Paxtonโs extramarital affair and a series of crimes impeachment managers allege he committed to cover it up.
Texas Senate rejects all motions to dismiss Ken Paxton impeachment charges
The pretrial motions required a majority vote. All but one were rejected by two-thirds of the Senate, suggesting an openness in the chamber to hear the allegations against Paxton.
Texas AG Ken Paxtonโs habit of refusing to defend state agencies cost taxpayers
Records obtained by ProPublica and The Texas Tribune give deeper insight into how Paxtonโs representation denials often pushed agencies to look for outside legal counsel that was ultimately funded by taxpayers.
Hereโs how Ken Paxtonโs impeachment trial will operate
Under rules previously adopted by the Texas Senate, the trial will feature crucial votes on dismissing articles of impeachment as well as testimony under oath, private deliberations by senator-jurors and votes conducted without debate or discussion.
Ken Paxton tried to hide his affair from his wife and voters. It may be his undoing.
The impeachment trial that starts Tuesday is expected to center on Paxtonโs infidelity, and could air out the sordid details of the staunch, Christian conservativeโs life as he sits just yards away from his wife, and her 30 Senate colleagues.
Here are the 16 articles of impeachment Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is facing
The articles โ including bribery, dereliction of duty and disregard of official duty โ do not include four accusations originally adopted by the Texas House.
Few Texas Republican voters support Ken Paxton impeachment
Only 28% of Republican respondents agreed that the charges against Texasโ attorney general were warranted, compared to 42% of independents and three-quarters of Democrats, the poll found.
Dan Patrick says he wonโt accept donations during trial, after taking heat for pro-Paxton money
The Senate Republican and Democratic caucuses also said they will not fundraise as organizations during the trial, which starts Tuesday.
Whoโs who in the Ken Paxton impeachment trial, from key participants to potential witnesses
The suspended attorney general has been ordered to appear in the Texas Senate chamber to answer to 16 allegations of misconduct that were approved by the House in May.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton pursued perks beyond impeachment allegations, ex-staffers say
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's accusers say impeachment charges don't tell the full story of how the three-term Republican reaped the benefits of elected office.
For Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Ken Paxtonโs impeachment trial is a legacy-defining test
In the lead up to Tuesdayโs trial, Patrick has been under tremendous scrutiny and pressure as Paxton allies and opponents search for signs of which way he may be leaning
After setback, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick names another judge to help with Ken Paxton impeachment trial
Patrickโs previous appointment โ Marc Brown, a former state appeals court judge in Harris County โ declined the role after the Tribune inquired about a political donation he made.
โAJ is not guiltyโ: Antonio Armstrong Jr.โs grandmother continues to support 23-year-old behind bars
KPRC 2 Investigates spoke with A.J.โs grandmother, Kay Winston, the mother of Antonio Sr. after the verdict.
Ken Paxton impeachment trial: Tickets required for admission
If youโre planning on attending the impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton in September, you will need a ticket in advance to enter, according to new guidelines by the Senate of Texas.
Can Ken Paxton be forced to testify at his impeachment trial?
Lawyers for the suspended attorney general argue that compelled testimony would violate Paxtonโs rights, but House impeachment managers disagree. The issue may be settled shortly after his trial begins.
โSerious accusationโ: AJ Armstrongโs attorney discusses complaint against prosecutorsโ expert
According to the lawsuit, Armstrong and his team stated that the evidence had been compromised and that they believe "the blood was planted by, or in conspiracy with, one or more persons at the HPD in order to try and convict Armstrong of capital murder and to taint his reputation in the mind of the public.โ
Antonio โAJโ Armstrong appointed public defender after being found indigent as process of appeal begins
Antonio Armstrong Jr., who was found guilty in the murder of his parents and sentenced to life on Wednesday, was in court Friday as he moves forward in the appeals process.
โI just fell to the floor in tearsโ: AJ Armstrongโs family reacts to guilty verdict
Antonio โA.J.โ Armstrong is scheduled to appear in front of a judge Friday morning. It comes after he filed a notice to appeal in his capital murder conviction.
Whatโs next for AJ Armstrong after jury convicts him of capital murder
Antonio Armstrong Jr., who was found guilty Wednesday in the 2016 murder of his parents, is expected to return to court Friday as he moves forward in the appeals process.
โThe community found him guiltyโ: DA Kim Ogg, prosecution team addresses AJ Armstrong verdict
"Make no mistake of it, our heart goes out to the family. We understand that they're going through a lot. It's just [that] their truth is not the truth," prosecutor John Jordan said during his remarks following the verdict.
โWe will not ever stop fighting for AJโ: Legal team, family members react to guilty verdict, life sentence
Our reporters were able to capture the moments his family, including his wife, exited the courtroom showing visible emotions.
Antonio โAJโ Armstrong Jr. found guilty of murdering parents, sentenced to life in prison
Antonio โAJโ Armstrong Jr. has been found guilty of murdering his parents, Dawn and Antonio Sr. at the familyโs southwest Houston home in 2016.
New accusations: Ken Paxton used burner phone, secret email account, fake Uber name to hide ties to Nate Paul
After Paxtonโs lawyers sought to dismiss articles of impeachment as unsubstantiated, House managers responded by accusing the suspended attorney general of going to great lengths to cover up his relationship to the real estate investor.
Antonio โAJโ Armstrong Jr. files federal lawsuit against the City of Houston over DNA evidence
According to the lawsuit, Armstrong and his team stated that the evidence had been compromised and that they believe "the blood was planted by, or in conspiracy with, one or more persons at the HPD in order to try and convict Armstrong of capital murder and to taint his reputation in the mind of the public.โ
What we learned from juror notes in the 2022 AJ Armstrong trial
Antonio Armstrong Jr.'s fate will be for the third time in the hands of jurors starting Tuesday. KPRC 2 Investigates re-examined notes jurors sent the court while deliberating in 2022 before ending in a hung jury.
Jury deliberations in AJ Armstrong Jr.โs murder trial continue on Day 2
Closing arguments were expected to wrap up Tuesday in the third capital murder trial against Antonio โAJโ Armstrong, who is accused of killing his parents at the familyโs southwest Houston home in 2016. AJ, now 23 years old and married, was only 16 years old at the time of the murders.
Antonio Armstrong Jr. 3rd trial: Jurors will be asked to decide, but what do you think -- what will the verdict be?
Antonio Armstrong Jr. has already sat through two mistrials and is now in the latter stages of his third trial on charges of capital murder in the 2016 shooting deaths of his mother and father.
โIt messed me upโ: Antonio Armstrong Jr.โs brotherโs mental health, medical records take center stage Day 9 of trial
Weโre headed into the second week of Antonio Armstrong Jr.โs third capital murder trial.
Antonio Armstrong Jr. trial: Brotherโs ex-girlfriend gives emotional testimony during murder re-trial
Weโre headed into the second week of Antonio Armstrong Jr.โs third capital murder trial.
Antonio Armstrong Jr. trial: Blood spatter expert walks jury through how she found new DNA evidence after 7 years
Weโre headed into the second week of Antonio Armstrong Jr.โs third capital murder trial.
Antonio Armstrong Jr. gets emotional during reading of motherโs autopsy report on Day 5 of capital murder re-trial
Antonio โAJโ Armstrong Jr. is headed to trial for the third time, accused of murdering his mother, Dawn, and father Antonio Armstrong nearly seven years ago.
โThe alarm doesnโt lie, you lieโ: Alarm systemโs accuracy takes center on Day 4 of Antonio Armstrong Jr. murder trial
Antonio โAJโ Armstrong Jr. is headed to trial for the third time, accused of murdering his mother, Dawn, and father Antonio Armstrong nearly seven years ago.
โItโs all my faultโ: 911 call Antonio Armstrong Jr. made on the night of his parents murder played on Day 3
Antonio โAJโ Armstrong Jr. is headed to trial for the third time, accused of murdering his mother, Dawn, and father Antonio Armstrong nearly seven years ago.
โItโs all my faultโ: 911 call Antonio Armstrong Jr. made on the night of his parents murder played on Day 3
Antonio โAJโ Armstrong Jr. is headed to trial for the third time, accused of murdering his mother, Dawn, and father Antonio Armstrong nearly seven years ago.
Antonio Armstrong Jr. trial: New DNA evidence, alarm system, HPD investigation all center of Day 1
Antonio โAJโ Armstrong Jr. is headed to trial for the third time, accused of murdering his mother, Dawn, and father Antonio Armstrong nearly seven years ago.
Antonio โAJโ Armstrong Jr. heads to trial again Monday
The son accused of killing his NFL dad and mother is expected to begin the third trial against him Monday morning. The first two trials against him ended in hung juries.
KPRC 2 Investigates sources say a juror is out in Antonio Armstrong Jr. trial
KPRC 2 Investigates has learned through sources one of the original twelve jurors was excused for personal reasons. That means one of the four alternates is moving into the jury of 12 to hear the case, leaving the court with three alternate jurors.
AJ Armstrong murder trial: Evidence hearing delayed
A hearing that was scheduled for Tuesday morning to consider a motion to suppress evidence in the third murder trial of Antonio โAJโ Armstrong, Jr. has now been delayed until the start of the July 31 trial.
Motion to Suppress: New DNA evidence may not be introduced in A.J. Armstrongโs third trial
Prosecutors will argue that clothing worn by A.J. Armstrong after his parentsโ murders in 2016, holds critical DNA evidence in the case.
New hearing called in Armstrong Jr. case to suppress evidence; likely related to new DNA evidence on clothing
Sources tell KPRC 2 Investigates itโs unclear what part of clothing this new DNA was found on because multiple items were tested. It is also unclear if blood was found on any of the items.
New evidence: Sources say DNA found on clothing is behind the latest delay in AJ Armstrongโs 3rd murder trial
Multiple sources confirm to KPRC 2 Investigates that the trial delay is DNA found on Armstrong Jr.'s clothing from the night his parents, Dawn and Antonio Sr., were murdered in their southwest Houston home in 2016.
โHouston, why are we still here seven years laterโ: AJ Armstrongโs uncle expresses frustration over delayed trial
Opening statements in Antonio โAJโ Armstrong Jr.โs third murder trial have been delayed for the second time.