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Man searching for lost item struck and killed on Beltway 8 service road
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- Man searching for lost item struck and killed on Beltway 8 service road
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A 24-year-old man was killed after being struck by a vehicle along the South Sam Houston Parkway East service road in southeast Houston.
The crash occurred around 10:20 p.m. in the 7201 block of South Sam Houston Parkway East, also known as Beltway 8. According to the Houston Police Department Vehicular Crimes Division, a blue BMW 740 was traveling eastbound when the driver struck a pedestrian who was standing in the main lanes of the roadway searching for a lost item.
Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced the pedestrian, identified as Juston Smith, 24, deceased at the scene.
The 50-year-old male driver remained at the scene, did not show signs of intoxication, and was questioned and released.
The investigation is ongoing.
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- 24 year old driver killed after SUV strikes barrier on Eastex Freeway
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- 0:18
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A 24-year-old male was killed after his vehicle struck a concrete barrier along the Eastex Freeway in northeast Houston.
The crash occurred around 4 a.m. in the 800 block of the Eastex Freeway, also known as North Interstate Highway 59. According to the Houston Police Department Vehicular Crimes Division, a black Infiniti QX60 was traveling northbound when the driver left the roadway and struck the concrete barrier.
Houston Fire Department paramedics responded to the scene and pronounced the male deceased. The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is pending notification to family members before releasing his identity.
No other vehicles or persons were involved in the crash.
The investigation is continuing.
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- Man found deceased in grass along Stuebner Airline after being hit by vehicle
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- 2:29
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A man was found deceased in the grass along a roadway in north Harris County, and deputies are investigating the incident as a crash.
Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office District 1 responded around 7:29 p.m. to the 14200 block of Stuebner Airline after receiving a call about a male possibly passed away in the grass on the east side of the roadway.
When deputies arrived, they located an unresponsive man in the grass. Emergency medical services confirmed he was deceased at the scene.
According to investigators, the reporting party stated he observed the male in the roadway and then found him unresponsive in the grass before calling 911. Deputies located vehicle parts near the body that suggest the man was struck by a vehicle. The vehicle involved fled in an unknown direction.
At this time, there is no description of the vehicle. Investigators believe the vehicle parts recovered may help identify the ...
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- Man shot and killed at Woodscape Apartments
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- 3:33
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A man, believed to be in his 20s, was shot and killed between two buildings at Woodscape Apartments in southwest Houston.
Houston Police Department officers responded around 2:20 a.m. to 9707 South Gessner for a shooting call. Officers arrived and found an adult male who had been shot at least one time.
He was treated by the Houston Fire Department and transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
Police said the shooting occurred in a walkway between two buildings inside the complex. The suspect was described as a taller Hispanic male who left the location in a gray Jeep. The victim has not yet been identified.
This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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- Man shot on W Hardy dies after making it to nearby store
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- 3:11
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A man in his mid-30s was shot one time in the 15900 block of W Hardy and later died at the hospital.
According to police, after being wounded on the street, he made it several hundred yards down the road to a nearby store, where someone called 911.
Responding units began treating him until the Houston Fire Department arrived and transported him to a hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Houston police said there were no witnesses at the scene. It is unknown at this time whether the shooter was on foot or inside a vehicle.
This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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- Pedestrian killed after being struck by Mustang while crossing roadway
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A Hispanic male pedestrian was killed after being struck by a Ford Mustang while crossing the roadway.
The crash occurred as the Mustang was traveling northbound on Reveille. Police said the driver had a green light at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was crossing eastbound toward a gas station when he was struck.
The male, whose age is unknown at this time, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police said the driver remained at the scene and showed no signs of impairment. The investigation is ongoing.
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- Elderly man killed in hit and run crash on South Freeway mainlanes
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – An elderly man was killed after being struck by two vehicles on the South Freeway mainlanes.
The crash occurred around 8:28 p.m. in the southbound lanes of U.S. 288 between Old Spanish Trail and Holly Hall.
Police said witnesses reported seeing the elderly man on the shoulder of the freeway before he entered the mainlanes. One vehicle struck him and continued driving. Investigators are treating that driver as involved in a hit-and-run, with a possible charge of failure to stop and render aid. No description of that vehicle was immediately available.
A second vehicle, described as a black Toyota Tundra, then struck the man. The family inside the Tundra stopped at the scene. Some occupants suffered injuries believed to include broken bones, and one juvenile had a chipped tooth and head pain. None were transported to the hospital.
The elderly man was pronounced deceased after being transported. Police said he has been ide...
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- Motorcyclist killed after losing control and crashing into utility pole on Antoine Drive
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- 2:44
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A 30-year-old man was killed in a crash in the 2000 block of Antoine Drive.
The crash occurred about 6:30 p.m. on March 1. The identity of the deceased is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
According to the Houston Police Department Vehicular Crimes Division, a black Suzuki GSX600 was traveling northbound on Antoine Drive when the motorcyclist lost control and crashed into a utility pole. The motorcycle caught fire.
Houston Fire Department paramedics transported the male to an area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
Police said no other vehicles or persons were involved. The investigation is ongoing.
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- Woman killed in hit and run crash after driver runs red light
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- 0:21
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- 15-year-old passenger ejected and killed after SUV splits in half on Katy Freeway
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- 1:19
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A 15-year-old male passenger was killed after a gray Kia Sportage crashed and split in half along the Katy Freeway in west Houston.
The crash occurred around 4:25 a.m. in the 18200 block of the Katy Freeway near the Greenhouse exit. According to the Houston Police Department Vehicular Crimes Division, the SUV was traveling at a high rate of speed while taking the Greenhouse exit when it clipped an exit sign, left the roadway onto a grassy area, struck a tree, then went sideways into another tree, causing the vehicle to split in half.
One male passenger, 15, was ejected and pronounced deceased at the scene. The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is pending notification to family members before releasing his identity.
Houston Fire Department paramedics transported the male driver, 16, and another male passenger, 24, to an area hospital. No other vehicles were involved.
The investigation is ongoing.
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- Driver dies after Jeep strikes curb, multiple objects and tree on Stella Link Road
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- 2:45
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A 40-year-old man was killed after his vehicle struck a curb, multiple objects and a tree along Stella Link Road in southwest Houston, Saturday night.
The crash occurred around 9:10 p.m. in the 7000 block of Stella Link Road. According to the Houston Police Department Vehicular Crimes Division, a black Jeep Grand Cherokee was traveling southbound when it failed to maintain a single lane, struck a curb and multiple objects, and then came to a stop after hitting a tree.
Houston Fire Department paramedics transported the driver, identified as Mark Sacra, 40, to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased.
No other vehicles or persons were involved.
The investigation is ongoing.
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- Woman killed in hit-and-run crash after driver runs red light
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- 4:32
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A female pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash after a driver ran a red light and fled the scene in southwest Houston.
The crash occurred around 9 p.m. at the intersection of Gessner and Beechnut. According to the Houston Police Department Vehicle Crimes Division, a silver pickup truck crossed the intersection against what appeared to be a red light, struck an adult female who was crossing the roadway, and then fled the scene.
Police said the suspect vehicle also struck another vehicle while leaving the intersection. The occupants of that vehicle were not directly involved in the initial crash but were hit as the suspect fled.
Investigators are searching for a silver pickup truck that may have bumper and front-end damage consistent with striking a pedestrian and another vehicle.
The identity of the woman who was struck has not been released. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information is u...
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- Man found fatally shot in front of business
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- 0:19
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Cows rounded up after escaping from property
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- 0:22
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle on South Sam Houston Parkway East
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- 3:19
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are responding to a crash involving a pedestrian and a vehicle.
The crash was reported around 10:21 p.m. in the 7200 block of South Sam Houston Parkway East, between South Wayside and Mykawa.
This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available
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- Man fatally shot in parking lot in front of business on Bissonnet
- Runtime
- 4:28
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are investigating a fatal shooting in west Houston.
Officers with the Houston Police Department’s Westside Patrol Division responded to a shooting call around 10:30 p.m. in the 11400 block of Bissonnet.
Upon arrival, officers found an adult male who had been fatally wounded.
Police said the man sustained a gunshot wound in front of a business on Bissonnet in the parking lot.
At this time, police do not have further information regarding the victim or who else was involved. The investigation is ongoing.
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- Dr. Matthews calls for accountability after new Congressman misses 8 House votes while campaigning
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- 13:47
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Dr. Candice Matthews held a press conference stating that newly elected Congressman Christian Menefee missed eight House roll call votes following the State of the Union address.
Dr. Matthews said information was provided to her by what she described as “political watchers”. She outlined multiple House roll call votes, including motions related to H.R. 6329, aviation safety legislation, and energy-related bills such as the Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act and the Homeowners Energy Freedom Act.
According to Dr. Matthews, Menefee was listed among members who did not vote on several measures identified as roll calls 71 through 78, with varying totals of Democrats and Republicans recorded as not voting on those dates. She stated that voting records show Menefee was absent for eight votes.
Dr. Matthews said Menefee was in Houston campaigning during the time of the missed votes. She emphasized that her concern was not ...
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- Cows rounded up after escaping near U S 90 in northeast Houston
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- 0:22
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Several cows were rounded up after escaping from their property along Oates Road near U.S. 90 in northeast Houston.
The cows were seen roaming near the roadway before being gathered and returned.
One resident said the cows have gotten out several times in the past and expressed concern for public safety.
It is unclear how the cows escaped, but no injuries were reported.
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- Trail riders spotted along Eastex Freeway as HLSR 2026 kicks off
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- 1:02
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Trail riders were spotted riding along the Eastex Freeway just south of Kingwood as the 2026 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo kicks off.
The riders were seen traveling along the freeway frontage road area, drawing attention from passing motorists as the annual event gets underway.
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- Dr. Candice Matthews holds briefing at Haverstock Hills, says being trespassed will not stop her
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- 8:24
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Dr. Candice Matthews held a press briefing outside the gated Haverstock Hills Apartments on Aldine Bender in north Harris County after recent complaints were made by residents, stating she had been trespassed from the property along with Grizzy’s Hood News.
Dr. Matthews said she went to the complex in response to new concerns raised by tenants but was informed she could not enter the property. She conducted the briefing from outside the gates and said residents continue to contact her with information.
During the briefing, Dr. Matthews cited complaints including reports of rats, roaches, mold and unsanitary conditions. She also alleged that maintenance workers have entered apartments without notice, which she said has raised safety concerns among tenants.
Dr. Matthews referenced the prior death of an elderly woman at the complex, alleging the tenant had repeatedly notified management that her air conditioning was not workin...
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- One killed, one injured during drug deal gone wrong
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Fire breaks out at vacant building along North Freeway
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- 4:48
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A fire broke out at a vacant building along the North Freeway inbound near the Riggs exit ramp.
Houston Fire Department was dispatched around 10:49 p.m. to reports of a structure fire involving the reportedly vacant building.
It is unknown at this time if there are any injuries. The cause of the fire has not been determined.
This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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- Man shot and killed at apartment complex; second male dropped off at clinic with gunshot wound
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- 2:45
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot and killed at an apartment complex in southwest Houston, and a second male was dropped off at a nearby emergency clinic with a gunshot wound to the arm.
Police said officers were dispatched to the 700 block of Country Place just before 8 p.m. after receiving a report of a shooting with a male down in a courtyard area of the apartments.
Narcotics were found next to him, and police believe this shooting may have been some type of narcotics deal gone wrong, but investigators are working to determine exactly what happened. .
While officers were working the scene, police received information that a black car pulled up to a nearby walk-up emergency clinic and dropped off a male who had been shot once in the arm before leaving the area.
The wounded male was transported to a hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. Police said he is being detained as investigators work to determine his involvement in ...
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- Mother hospitalized after house fire, possibly involving cooking equipment causes possible explosion
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- 2:52
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Firefighters responded to a working house fire in the where flames were already coming through the roof when crews arrived on scene.
This happened in the 11300 block of Glenwolde Drive.
Officials said there were unconfirmed reports of a possible explosion. The mother sustained spot burns to her leg and was transported to a hospital in stable condition. No other injuries were reported.
The fire is believed to have started in the garage, possibly involving cooking equipment, before spreading to the rest of the home. About ten minutes into the incident, flames were reported to be shooting approximately 12 to 20 feet above the roof and remained at that intensity for some time due to a heavy fire load inside.
All occupants self-evacuated before firefighters arrived. Crews conducted both primary and secondary searches and confirmed no additional victims were inside. An estimated four to five people, believed to be adults, w...
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- Dr. Candice Matthews speaks with voters outside Port Arthur polling location during primary voting
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- 1:20
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS – Dr. Candice Matthews visited a library serving as a polling location during primary voting, where she spoke with voters about allegations involving Judge Joseph L. Guillory.
During the exchange, she spoke with a man identified as James Albright. Albright made claims that Judge Joseph L. Guillory improperly recused himself, allowed testimony from a manager who was allegedly not working at the time of the incident, and permitted hearsay evidence. He also alleged violations of judicial canons, due process concerns involving a disabled individual, and improper conduct from the bench.
Albright further claimed the judge should not have presided over a matter involving individuals connected to entities that allegedly pay him. He stated that constitutional rights were violated and said he is compiling a list of alleged canon violations.
Dr. Matthews also stated that David Jones called police regarding her presence at the polling loc...
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- Woman killed, toddler hospitalized after suspected impaired driver runs red light
- Runtime
- 0:32
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Chase comes to end after white Tesla crashes in northeast Houston
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- 2:45
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A white Tesla led officers on a chase in northeast Houston before crashing near Wayside Drive and South Sgt. Macario Garcia Drive.
The pursuit ended when the Tesla crashed while coming off Wayside onto South Sgt. Macario Garcia Drive. At least two people were detained at the scene.
It is unknown what prompted the initial traffic stop.
This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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- Man armed with rifle shot and killed by officers outside Comfort Inn & Suites
- Runtime
- 0:33
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
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- Ten displaced following duplex fire
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- 0:21
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- SWAT called after smoke fills north Houston hotel room, man peacefully taken into custody
- Runtime
- 0:36
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Spiderman shows up at house fire
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- 0:09
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Firefighters and Spiderman respond to house fire in Missouri City
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- 6:04
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- MISSOURI CITY, TX – Firefighters responded to a house fire in the 6700 block of Fuqua in Missouri City.
Heavy flames were coming from the home as crews with the Houston Fire Department worked to extinguish the fire.
It is unknown at this time if there were any injuries. The cause of the fire has not been released.
Spiderman also responded to the scene during the incident.
The investigation is ongoing.
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- Man killed in hit-and-run on Scott Street near Metro rail
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- 2:48
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – An adult male was killed in a suspected hit-and-run crash along Scott Street near Anita Street.
Houston Police Department Vehicular Crimes Division investigators responded to the 3000 block of Scott, where all northbound lanes were shut down as officers investigated an auto-pedestrian fatality.
According to police, investigators believe one or possibly multiple vehicles initially struck the man, leaving him in a moving lane of traffic next to the Metro rail line. A female driver then ran over him after he was already on the ground.
Police said the female driver remained at the scene and has cooperated with investigators. At this time, she is not considered a suspect, and officers said the evidence supports her account.
The case is being referred to the department’s hit-and-run unit. Investigators plan to review surveillance video from nearby businesses and are also working to obtain potential video from Metro. A Metr...
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- Man armed with rifle shot and killed by officers outside Comfort Inn & Suites in southwest Houston
- Runtime
- 3:38
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot and killed by officers during an officer-involved shooting outside a hotel in southwest Houston.
Police responded shortly after 9 p.m. to a shooting in progress at the Comfort Inn & Suites located at 11050 Southwest Freeway. Officers arrived within minutes and observed a male suspect walking from the south side of the building holding a rifle.
According to police, officers gave repeated verbal commands for the suspect to drop the weapon. The suspect refused, and officers discharged their firearms. The suspect, described as a Hispanic male in his 60s, was struck and pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police said a female complainant was later found inside one of the hotel rooms with a minor injury. Investigators believe she may have suffered a graze wound from gunfire. She was treated by HFD.
No officers were injured. All officers involved were checked and cleared.
The department’s Homicide ...
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- SWAT called after smoke fills north Houston hotel room, man peacefully taken into custody
- Runtime
- 4:07
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A man was taken into custody after heavy smoke activated the sprinkler system at a hotel along the North Freeway, prompting a response from Houston police and the SWAT team.
Patrol officers responded to a call at the Suburban Studios located at 13505 North Freeway after reports of smoke coming from a room. The smoke was significant enough to activate the hotel’s sprinkler system. Officers attempted to make contact with the man inside the room but initially received no response.
According to police, there were reports the man may have been armed and was acting in a threatening manner when civilians attempted to check on him. Those individuals backed away before officers arrived.
SWAT officers and negotiators were called to the scene. Negotiators were eventually able to persuade the man to exit the room peacefully shortly after 5 a.m. No further incident occurred.
The Houston Fire Department evaluated the man for medic...
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- After hours raid at Mambos
- Runtime
- 0:40
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
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- Man shot and killed in parking lot of gas station
- Runtime
- 0:18
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Man found shot and killed inside vehicle that crashed into apartment building
- Runtime
- 0:18
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Homeowner killed, suspect injured during burglary
- Runtime
- 0:36
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Man struck and killed while crossing street
- Runtime
- 0:18
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Man shot and killed in parking lot of gas station on MLK in Houston
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- 2:43
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot and killed in the parking lot of a gas station in southeast Houston.
Around 10 p.m., officers with the Houston Police Department Southeast Patrol Division responded to a shooting call at 6500 MLK at a Valero gas station. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds in the parking lot.
Officers rendered aid and performed CPR until the Houston Fire Department arrived and pronounced the victim deceased at the scene.
One possible suspect is in custody. The investigation is ongoing.
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- Man found shot and killed inside vehicle that crashed into apartment building in north Harris County
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- 4:30
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A man was found shot and killed inside a vehicle that crashed into an apartment building on Place Rebecca Lane in north Harris County.
Deputies responded to an in-progress call for service in the 2200 block of Place Rebecca Lane. Upon arrival, they located a vehicle that had crashed into an apartment building and found a deceased male inside with a possible gunshot wound.
The investigation is ongoing.
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- Man killed in hit-and-run crash on Woodforest Boulevard in Harris County
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A man was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Woodforest Boulevard, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
On Friday, February 20, 2026, at approximately 8:01 p.m., Rayford Howard was walking from south to north across Woodforest Boulevard in the 12800 block. Investigators said he stepped from westbound lane number one into westbound lane number two when he was struck by a white Ram pickup truck.
The driver of the Ram pickup did not stop to render aid and left the scene. Howard sustained life-threatening injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office Vehicular Crimes Division is investigating.
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- Homeowner killed, suspect injured during burglary on South Kirkwood Road
- Runtime
- 4:40
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A homeowner was shot and killed during an apparent burglary at a residence in west Houston.
Houston Police Department officers were dispatched shortly after midnight to the 1200 block of South Kirkwood Road and arrived around 12:20 a.m. The caller reported hearing glass breaking and what sounded like someone actively trying to enter the home. The caller then contacted their spouse to come to the residence.
Police said an altercation occurred inside the home before officers arrived, and gunfire was exchanged. Two people were shot and transported to area hospitals. A Hispanic male, approximately 60 to 65 years old, who lived at the home, was pronounced deceased at the hospital. A Black male, approximately 40 to 45 years old, identified as the suspect, was also shot and transported.
Investigators said several people were inside the residence at the time. It remains under investigation whether the home was targeted or if anything was t...
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- After-hours task force executes warrant at Mambo’s on Antoine, two arrested
- Runtime
- 14:36
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police executed a warrant at an after-hours club in northwest Houston following ongoing complaints from neighbors about late-night activity and disturbances, resulting in two arrests.
The enforcement action took place at 6505 Antoine, just south of West Little York, at a business operating as Mambo’s.
According to police, residents from nearby apartment complexes and a church in the area reported the club had been operating until five or six in the morning. Officers said the parking lot was consistently full each night and that patrons were allegedly leaving intoxicated, resulting in accidents and disturbances.
Police said patrol officers with the North Division regularly responded to calls at the location for reported assaults, robberies, thefts and other disturbances.
In response, the Houston Police Department assembled an after-hours task force that included fire marshals, health inspectors, public works o...
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- Nineteen hundred left without power after vehicle strikes utility pole
- Runtime
- 0:19
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Man shot during drive by shooting
- Runtime
- 0:19
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Man struck in drive-by shooting on Sherman
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Police are investigating after a 58-year-old man was struck in a drive-by shooting in the 6600 block of Sherman.
The man was sleeping when he heard gunshots. He was transported to a hospital in stable condition and was talking.
Police believe the shooting may have been random. No other information has been released, and there are no details on suspects at this time.
This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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- Vehicle strikes utility pole outside EchoPark Automotive, leaving 1,900 without power
- Runtime
- 2:59
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A vehicle struck a utility pole in front of the EchoPark Automotive car dealership in the 8400 block of the North Freeway, breaking the pole in half and causing a power outage in the area.
The vehicle was towed from the scene.
CenterPoint Energy was called, and approximately 1,900 customers were without power in the surrounding area.
Injuries and what led up to the crash are unknown at this time.
This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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- Truck crashes into utility pole on West Tidwell leaving about 300 without power
- Runtime
- 1:44
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A truck left the roadway and struck a utility pole before coming to rest partially on a median in northwest Houston.
The crash occurred around 4 a.m. in the 2200 block of West Tidwell Road.
At least one person was transported to a hospital. The individual’s condition is unknown at this time.
The crash damaged a utility pole, leaving about 300 customers without power, according to the CenterPoint Energy outage tracker. CenterPoint crews were called to the scene to make repairs.
This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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