Author: Houston Stringer

HOUSTON, TX - Police are investigating a fatal car fire that occurred shortly after 8 a.m. in front of TAXA Outdoors in the 7900 block of Blankenship. Officers arrived at the scene to find a male inside a vehicle who had been badly burned. The male was extracted from the vehicle and pronounced deceased at the scene. https://youtu.be/K_E1KPknbpE At this time, investigators have not found any clear indications of foul play, but the investigation remains ongoing. Homicide detectives were called to the scene as a precaution while officers continue to gather information. The deceased is described as a Hispanic male in his 50s who was a former contractor for the business Police are working to obtain security surveillance from nearby businesses and speak with any potential witnesses....

HOUSTON, TX – A local nail salon, Nails of America Heights (2401 N. Shepherd) needs your help after a suspect stole from a nail technician while getting a pedicure. The suspect was caught on video. https://youtube.com/shorts/hFrfp6mufXY?feature=share The suspect reportedly stole a gel and a drill machine, both with a value of more than $500, If you have any information about the suspect, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department, or the Nail Salon. Below is a photo of the suspects face.

HOUSTON, TX - A fatal crash involving two vehicles occurred on the Eastex Freeway inbound, just south of Greens Road, Tuesday afternoon. https://youtu.be/8vPEuhZwDPA The crash happened around 3:20 p.m. Two people were reportedly killed, and a third person was reportedly transported to a hospital. One of the vehicles involved caught fire, but further details about the victims have not been released. This is a developing story. We will update you as soon as we learn more.

HOUSTON, TX – Verdell Monroe, a 62-year-old woman, has been reported missing since she was last seen on October 4, 2024, near the intersection of Collingsworth Street and Hardy Street. She was last spotted visiting a male friend who resides in a white house on the northeast corner of the block. https://youtu.be/2SPUUVLEkCc According to her daughter, Monroe was seen by the friend walking up the street without any of her usual belongings, which typically include a purse, backpack, and grocery basket. She was accompanied by a little white cat, which was unusual, as she is usually seen with her small brown dog. The male friend mentioned that Monroe said she would return that night, but she never came back. The daughter reported visiting the male friend the following day, who initial...

HOUSTON, TX – A 59-year-old man was killed in a fatal crash early Sunday morning when his BMW went off the roadway and collided with the side of a house in the 2400 block of Hollister. https://youtu.be/rhm7HtKUV6U?si=sCyUmABTHeQTu-3T The accident occurred around 12:30 a.m. Officers arrived quickly and attempted to provide medical treatment. The Houston Fire Department (HFD) performed CPR and transported the man to the hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. No one inside the home was injured during the crash. Following the collision, the BMW caught fire, but HFD was able to contain the flames and prevent them from spreading. Earlier in the evening, neighbors reported the man, who lived nearby, had been knocking on doors and acting erratically, claiming to have people's keys ...

HOUSTON, TX – A man believed to be in his 50s was struck and killed by an SUV early Sunday morning at the intersection of Almeda Road and Almeda Plaza. https://youtu.be/wyM3hgWQ-fg?si=aOd3MPaYXD1__CMU The accident occurred around 2:12 a.m. The male, who appeared to be homeless, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the SUV, a woman in her 30s, remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Investigators are working to determine the cause of the accident. It is not yet known if any charges will be filed, as the investigation is in its early stages. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

HOUSTON, TX – A man in his 30s was shot in the ankle during an altercation early Sunday morning in the 3100 block of Anita Street. https://youtu.be/F1N1Q-cLgOU?si=2zHLMKe8MtIxc2p8 The incident occurred around 12:30 a.m. According to police, the suspect, believed to be in his 40s and known to the victim, approached him following a prior dispute earlier in the day. According to witnesses, both men are reported to live in the area and have ties to drug activity in the neighborhood. Witnesses stated the victim was sitting on a couch near the corner of the road when the suspect confronted him. After a brief exchange, the suspect reportedly told the victim he would shoot him. When the victim told him to go ahead, the suspect shot him in the ankle and fled the scene. Authorities be...

HOUSTON, TX – A man in his mid-20s is in critical condition after being shot four times in the back early Saturday morning near the 6300 block of Windswept. https://youtu.be/ydk6Zmmx3pw?si=rZfYFSusXMiVQ3T2 The incident occurred around 12:20 a.m. as the victim and a friend were sitting inside a vehicle in a parking lot near some apartments. A suspect, driving a truck, backed into their vehicle, at which point the victim and his friend exited the car to confront the suspect. An argument broke out, and the suspect shot the victim multiple times before fleeing the scene. Bystanders managed to wrestle the gun away from the suspect before he fled. Houston Police have identified a potential suspect and are working to confirm additional details. If you have any information, you ar...

HOUSTON, TX – Two males were shot during a drive-by shooting early Saturday morning near the 9800 block of Club Creek. https://youtu.be/R76V9XzyE_0?si=zJ-JupsqHt0J9H4B The incident occurred around 1:10 a.m. as an 18-year-old male and a 28-year-old male were returning to their apartment after purchasing beer. The suspects, in a vehicle with several individuals, shouted, “We run the show around here,” before opening fire and fleeing the scene. The 18-year-old was shot in the hand and leg, while the 28-year-old sustained two gunshot wounds to the torso. Both were transported to local hospitals. According to Houston Police, the shooting is believed to be gang-related. HPD Major Assaults Division is investigating. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Housto...