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Murder-suicide investigation underway after two found dead in Rice University dorm room
26Aug By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston, National

Murder-suicide investigation underway after two found dead in Rice University dorm room

HOUSTON, TX - Both the Rice University Police Department and the Houston Police Department are investigating a murder-suicide that took place in a dorm room Tuesday afternoon. https://youtu.be/wJUFYZwZ9mc According to Rice University President, Reginald DesRoches, a female student Andrea Rodriguez Avila in her junior year, was found deceased in her room at Jones College, a residence hall. A second victim, a male who is said not to be a student was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. There were no signs of forced entry, and it is believed both Andrea and the suspect were in a dating relationship. According to the Rice University Police Chief, they checked on Andrea after a family member did not hear from her and asked for a welfare check. Around 4:30 p.m., they made e...
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Man shot on Kirk Street in Fifth Ward dies at hospital
26Aug By Houston StringerNo Comments
Breaking News, Houston

Man shot on Kirk Street in Fifth Ward dies at hospital

HOUSTON, TX - A man was found shot in Houston's Fifth Ward Tuesday afternoon. https://youtu.be/4aMdrz0O5yE The shooting occurred around 2 p.m. in the 2300 block of Kirk Street. According to the Houston Police Department, the man was transported in critical condition to the hospital and was pronounced deceased. Homicide and Crime Scene Units are now on the scene investigating. This is a developing story, and we will update this story as soon as we receive more information. If you have any information about the shooting, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
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First responders called after man in distress climbed on top of an apartment roof in NW Houston
26Aug By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

First responders called after man in distress climbed on top of an apartment roof in NW Houston

HOUSTON, TX - A man decided to climb on an apartment complex roof Monday morning and refused to come down. It was captured on the Citizen app. The Houston Fire Department and the Houston Police Department were both called to the Somerset Apartments located on Tidwell around 10:30 a.m. After about an hour and a half of talking to first responders, the man finally came down on his own free will onto a balcony and entered an apartment residence. At this time it is not known why he climbed on the roof in the first place. You can watch the full video on the Citizen app, including the moment he climbed down.
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Cyclist fatally struck by car on FM 1960
25Aug By Houston StringerNo Comments
Harris County

Cyclist fatally struck by car on FM 1960

HARRIS COUNTY, TX - A cyclist was fatally struck by a car this morning. https://youtu.be/1wwFap0_cjc The accident occurred around 4:50 a.m. in the 8900 block of FM 1960 Rd W. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the driver of a Honda Accord was traveling eastbound on FM 1960 when he struck the cyclist from the rear. The impact caused the cyclist to separate from his bicycle, hit the car's windshield before landing on the roadway. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver remained on the scene was determined not to be intoxicated.
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Man fatally shot in apartment complex parking lot
25Aug By Houston StringerNo Comments
Harris County

Man fatally shot in apartment complex parking lot

HARRIS COUNTY, TX - A shooting in a parking lot of an apartment complex left one man dead. https://youtu.be/Jdly1u34si0 The shooting occurred at the Cozumel Apartments located at 6403 Sierra Blanca in west Harris County. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, deputies originally responded to a report of an auto vs pedestrian accident at the complex. When they arrived they found a man about 40 years old who had sustained gunshot wounds. He was pronounced deceased on scene by EMS. At this time, it is not known what led up to the shooting but several witnesses told deputies that two black males wearing all dark clothing were running from the vehicle the victim was in. If you have any information about the shooting or the suspects you are urged to contact the Har...
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Constables with Pct. 4 respond to a shooting on FM 1960
25Aug By Houston StringerNo Comments
Harris County

Constables with Pct. 4 respond to a shooting on FM 1960

HARRIS COUNTY, TX - A shooting occurred in 3200 block of FM 1960 around 11:00 p.m. https://youtu.be/-O51eCvfOiE It is not known at this time what led up to the shooting or if anyone was struck, but several evidence markers were spotted on the ground directly in front of "The Dance Studio".
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Man shot and killed over $20 in front of taco truck
25Aug By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Man shot and killed over $20 in front of taco truck

HOUSTON, TX - A man was shot and killed over $20 in front of a food truck. Three suspects are now on the run. https://youtu.be/Kv0TBc68Ykc The shooting occurred in the 6200 block of Chimney Rock around 9:30 p.m. According to police, the men in the parking lot described as African-American males were asking for $20 at a food truck. The victim stated that he will get them $20, went back to the apartments nearby and came back with a pistol. He then pointed the pistol at the suspects but did not pull the trigger. The suspects opened fire and shot him before fleeing on foot, headed west on Elm Street. Police do not have anyone in custody but one officer was able to identify one of the suspects. Police are now looking for him. If you have any information about the shooting ...
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Missing non-verbal 8-year old found in Texas lake
24Aug By Houston StringerNo Comments
Breaking News

Missing non-verbal 8-year old found in Texas lake

Update 8/25/24 - Unfortunately, Ryan was found in a lake by his home Sunday morning by Texas Equusearch. FORT BEND COUNTY, TX - 8-year-old Ryan Akabusi was found deceased in a lake inside his neighborhood Sunday morning according to the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office. He was found by Texas EquuSearch. He was last seen in the 19900 block of Kendall Lake Drive in Richmond, TX around 4:30 a.m. on August 24, 2024. He was last wearing a lilac t-shirt with underpants. He is about 5 ft. tall weighing 75 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Ryan was said to be non-verbal and autistic. Police did not have a specific reason as to why he was in the lake but did state that kids with special needs are usually attracted to the water.
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Firefighter transported to hospital for heat exhaustion during auto shop fire
24Aug By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Firefighter transported to hospital for heat exhaustion during auto shop fire

HOUSTON, TX - A firefighter was transported to the hospital after suffering heat exhaustion during an auto shop fire Friday night. https://youtu.be/2foEZaUb-nk The fire started around 3 a.m. in the 9200 block of Clarkcrest. According to the Houston Fire Department, a car inside the shop caught fire but it was extinguished fairly quickly. There were no other injuries.
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Man found deceased in main lanes of the Southwest Freeway
24Aug By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Man found deceased in main lanes of the Southwest Freeway

HOUSTON, TX - A man was found dead after being found in the main lanes of the Southwest Freeway Friday night. The man was found around 10:30 p.m. Friday night on the inbound lanes of the Southwest Freeway just before the Bissonnet exit. According to police, they are not sure if he was struck or ran over by a vehicle but they did say that there were no vehicles connected to the crash that remained at the scene. The crash is still under investigation and police urge the public to contact them if they know anything about the crash.
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