Wednesday, December 24

Author: Houston Stringer

Surveillance images released of person of interest in fatal stabbing of Ambrosia Swain
Houston

Surveillance images released of person of interest in fatal stabbing of Ambrosia Swain

HOUSTON, TX – Houston police have released surveillance photos of a person of interest in the fatal stabbing of 28-year-old Ambrosia Swain. The stabbing occurred around 11:05 p.m. on December 8 in the 600 block of Hahlo Street near the intersection with Lyons Avenue. According to the Houston Police Department Homicide Division, patrol officers arrived to find Swain suffering from multiple stab wounds. Paramedics with the Houston Fire Department transported her to Ben Taub Hospital, where she was pronounced deceased. Witnesses reported that a Hispanic male, dressed in all black, fled the scene on foot. Further investigation determined that the man had been seen with Swain prior to her death and was later identified as a person of interest. He is described as a Hispanic male ...
Driver killed after vehicle strikes tree along South Loop West
Houston

Driver killed after vehicle strikes tree along South Loop West

HOUSTON, TX – A male driver in his early to mid-20s was pronounced deceased after a single-vehicle crash along the 1700 block of South Loop West westbound. https://youtu.be/YO7_F9WKeJ0 The crash occurred after the vehicle reportedly crossed multiple lanes of traffic, struck a curb, and then collided with a tree in a grassy area. According to initial information and witness accounts, the vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed at the time of the crash. Tire marks were visible on the roadway, and witnesses reported the vehicle was traveling fast just prior to the crash. The vehicle was described as a black Dodge Charger. No other vehicles are believed to have been involved. The driver was the sole occupant of the vehicle and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Investigation underway after shot fired during argument damages METRO bus window
Houston

Investigation underway after shot fired during argument damages METRO bus window

HOUSTON, TX – METRO Police are investigating a reported weapons disturbance that occurred on a bus on Sweetwater near Gulf Bank. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nqz8BZoFYw According to METRO, preliminary information indicates two adult males were involved in a verbal confrontation when one of the individuals produced a weapon and discharged it. No passengers or the bus operator were struck or injured by the projectile. The incident remains under investigation.
All clear issued after chemical incident at ALTIVIA facility in La Porte
Harris County

All clear issued after chemical incident at ALTIVIA facility in La Porte

LA PORTE, TX – A chemical incident occurred at the ALTIVIA Chemical Complex located at 1901 W H Street in La Porte at 10:11 p.m. on December 18. According to the facility, activity related to the incident may have been noticeable to the surrounding community. ALTIVIA stated that they coordinated with local officials to resolve the situation. An all-clear was issued at 10:54 p.m. the same evening. No further details about the incident have been released.
Pedestrian struck and killed by multiple vehicles on FM 529
Harris County, Houston

Pedestrian struck and killed by multiple vehicles on FM 529

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A fatal crash involving a pedestrian was reported at the intersection of FM 529 and Jackrabbit Road, which caused FM 529 to be closed in both directions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBg96oj5c2E&feature=youtu.be According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, deputies with the Harris County Sheriff's Office responded after an adult pedestrian was struck by several vehicles in the intersection. The individual was pronounced deceased at the scene. Two vehicles did remain at the scene. The intersection remains closed as the investigation continues. This is a developing story, and more information will follow if it becomes available.
Investigation underway after reported shooting on Sheldon Road
Harris County

Investigation underway after reported shooting on Sheldon Road

HOUSTON, TX – Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a reported shooting at a location in the 1100 block of Sheldon Road. https://youtu.be/u2FZYnVb3ho At this time, it is unknown if anyone was struck. This is a developing story, more information will follow if it becomes available.
Fire under investigation at Atco Industrial Park on FM 529
Harris County, Houston

Fire under investigation at Atco Industrial Park on FM 529

CY-FAIR, TX – Investigators with the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office are assisting Cy-Fair Fire Department crews with a fire at a commercial facility at Atco Industrial Park in the 13600 block of FM 529. https://youtu.be/LK3u8xwWWm0 According to the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office, the scene remains under investigation. No injuries have been reported at this time. This is a developing story. More information will follow if it becomes available.
Major crash shuts down State Highway 6 northbound in Sugar Land
Sugarland

Major crash shuts down State Highway 6 northbound in Sugar Land

SUGAR LAND, TX – A major crash shut down all northbound lanes of State Highway 6 at Imperial Boulevard, according to the Sugar Land Police Department. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAKQRsvsKt8 The closure was reported around 8:58 p.m., with traffic heading toward Voss Road directed to seek alternate routes as investigation crews worked the scene. An estimated four hours was needed to clear the roadway. Injuries are unknown at this time. All lanes reopened at approximately 2:46 a.m. This is a developing story, and more information will follow if it becomes available.
Man critically injured after shooting during argument in Houston’s Third Ward
Houston

Man critically injured after shooting during argument in Houston’s Third Ward

HOUSTON, TX – A shooting occurred on Emancipation near Rosewood in Houston’s Third Ward. https://youtu.be/52cQeTmhgvA Police said two males, both believed to be in their late 20s, were involved in an argument when the suspect pulled out a weapon and fired at the other man, striking him. The victim was transported to a hospital in critical condition. Houston police are investigating the shooting. No additional suspect information has been released. This is a developing story, more information will follow if it becomes available.
Man found with multiple gunshot wounds inside vehicle in ditch in North Harris County
Harris County, Houston

Man found with multiple gunshot wounds inside vehicle in ditch in North Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office District 2 responded to a report of a vehicle in a ditch around 10:30 p.m. in the 800 block of Salter near Hardy. https://youtu.be/pMEhR7rwILI When deputies arrived, they found a Hispanic man in his 20s inside the vehicle with multiple apparent gunshot wounds. EMS responded and pronounced the man deceased at the scene. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit was called out and is investigating. Preliminary information indicates the victim met with another individual at a nearby store, and during a conversation, the vehicle later crashed into a ditch. The shooter fled the scene. No suspect or vehicle description is available at this time. Detectives are canvassing the area for surveillance video and ...