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Author: Houston Stringer

Two found deceased in basement wine cellar after dry ice melted in River Oaks
5Jul By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston, National

Two found deceased in basement wine cellar after dry ice melted in River Oaks

HOUSTON, TX – Two people were found deceased inside a basement wine cellar at a home in River Oaks after a reported hazardous environment involving dry ice. https://youtu.be/etVrXEG78hA The incident occurred around 7 p.m. on July 4 at a residence in the 3200 block of Avalon Place. Houston Police Department Central Patrol officers and the Houston Fire Department responded to the scene after receiving a call about two unresponsive adults. Upon entering the home, firefighters located an adult male and an adult female deceased in the wine cellar. Preliminary information indicates that dry ice had been stored in the confined space. As it melted, it likely released carbon dioxide, displacing oxygen and creating a hazardous environment. Investigators believe the victims had gone ...
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Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash on Bissonnet Street
3Jul By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash on Bissonnet Street

HOUSTON, TX – A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Thursday morning near the intersection of Bissonnet Street and Albacore Drive in southwest Houston. https://youtu.be/kp5AIgoiK6Q The crash occurred around 5:30 a.m. in the 6600 block of Bissonnet, according to the Houston Police Department. Investigators say the man was walking in the 8100 block of Albacore when he was struck by an unknown vehicle near the intersection with Bissonnet. Houston Fire Department paramedics responded and pronounced him deceased at the scene. The driver fled westbound on Bissonnet and did not stop to provide aid. The identity of the victim is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. Anyone with information about the driver or vehicle involved i...
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Wrong-way driver caught on camera in downtown Houston
2Jul By Houston StringerNo Comments
Breaking News

Wrong-way driver caught on camera in downtown Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A wrong-way driver in a black Honda was caught on camera traveling for several blocks against traffic in downtown Houston. https://youtube.com/shorts/0HbTSB2DoMU?si=ELXbv7QNUqXV6tx6 The driver eventually realized they were going the wrong way and corrected themselves near the intersection with La Branch. Fortunately, this did not result in a crash.
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Car crashes into fence outside Ridge Creek Elementary
2Jul By Houston StringerNo Comments
Breaking News

Car crashes into fence outside Ridge Creek Elementary

HUMBLE, TX – A car crashed into a fence in front of Ridge Creek Elementary at 15201 Woodland Hills Dr. Tuesday afternoon. The circumstances surrounding the crash and whether there were any injuries are currently unknown. More information will follow if it becomes available.
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Fire reported at Casa Bakery & Restaurant on Hogan Street
2Jul By Houston StringerNo Comments
Breaking News

Fire reported at Casa Bakery & Restaurant on Hogan Street

HOUSTON, TX – A fire was reported early Wednesday morning at Casa Bakery & Restaurant located at 1002 Hogan Street in Northside Houston. Emergency crews responded to the scene, but the extent of the damage and whether there were any injuries is currently unknown. More information will follow if it becomes available.
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Stolen Corvette pursuit ends in Bellaire crash, suspect taken into custody
1Jul By Houston StringerNo Comments
Breaking News

Stolen Corvette pursuit ends in Bellaire crash, suspect taken into custody

BELLAIRE, TX – A pursuit involving a stolen Corvette ended in a crash and arrest earlier this evening after the suspect entered Bellaire city limits. According to the Bellaire Police Department, officers were alerted by the Houston Police Department about the ongoing chase and were requested to assist with patrol and traffic support. Bellaire officers joined the pursuit as it moved through their jurisdiction. The suspect eventually crashed the Corvette and attempted to flee on foot. A perimeter was quickly established with the assistance of HPD’s Air Support unit. Bellaire officers located the suspect and took him into custody. Further investigation confirmed the vehicle had been reported stolen, and the suspect was in possession of a firearm at the time of arrest.
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Woman arrested in Nassau Bay on aggravated assault warrant out of Galveston County
1Jul By Houston StringerNo Comments
Breaking News

Woman arrested in Nassau Bay on aggravated assault warrant out of Galveston County

NASSAU BAY, TX – Melissa Elizondo, 41, was arrested by the Kemah Police Department in the 2600 block of Lazy Lake Drive. According to authorities, the arrest occurred at approximately 9:08 p.m. on June 30. Elizondo was taken into custody on an outstanding warrant for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon issued by the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office. Her bond was set at $80,000.
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Report of explosive device prompts evacuation at Studio Movie Grill in southeast Houston
30Jun By Houston StringerNo Comments
Breaking News

Report of explosive device prompts evacuation at Studio Movie Grill in southeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Authorities responded to a report of a possible explosive device at the Studio Movie Grill located on South Sam Houston Parkway East on Monday evening. The building was evacuated, and employees were seen gathered in the parking lot as law enforcement investigated the threat. No further details are confirmed at this time. More information will follow if it becomes available
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Suspect jumps in man’s truck, robs and kidnaps him at gunpoint, leads police on pursuit
29Jun By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Suspect jumps in man’s truck, robs and kidnaps him at gunpoint, leads police on pursuit

HOUSTON, TX – A man was kidnapped at gunpoint during an ATM robbery early Sunday morning after a suspect hid in the back of his truck, leading to a police pursuit and crash at Telephone Road and Dixie Drive. https://youtu.be/bOVXEI1c-iE Around midnight, officers with the Houston Police Department’s Southeast Division responded to an aggravated robbery and kidnapping that began near the 8200 block of Broadway. The victim was withdrawing money from an ATM when the suspect allegedly jumped into the back of his truck unnoticed. After the victim drove home, the suspect emerged, pointed a gun at him, and demanded his keys, money, and phone. When the victim hesitated, the suspect forced him into the vehicle at gunpoint and drove off with him inside. The suspect released the victim a...
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