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Woman killed, suspect injured in possible attempted murder-suicide in north Harris County
3Feb By Houston StringerNo Comments
Harris County, Houston

Woman killed, suspect injured in possible attempted murder-suicide in north Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A woman is dead and a man is hospitalized after a barricade situation at a home in northeast Harris County ended with a fatal shooting. https://youtu.be/gb4amxLBH6E Deputies from Harris County Precinct 2 District responded to a call for a possible disturbance or welfare check at a residence around 11:56 p.m. Family members at the location allowed deputies inside, where they determined that a male suspect had barricaded himself in a bedroom with a Hispanic female. For safety, deputies evacuated the family, including children, from the home. When deputies approached the bedroom, they received no response but heard noises inside. After additional units responded, SWAT was called to the scene. At approximately 2:02 a.m., SWAT officers breached the barricade...
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Man struck and killed while crossing Highway 6 in west Houston
3Feb By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Man struck and killed while crossing Highway 6 in west Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A man was struck and killed while crossing Highway 6 in west Houston, according to Houston Police. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6Ajfz3leZE The crash occurred just after 10 p.m. near the 2200 block of Highway 6. Police said the man was attempting to cross the highway mid-block, outside of a designated crosswalk, when he was hit by a southbound Hyundai. The male pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene. He is believed to be between 40 and 50 years old. Police believe he may have been homeless and living in the area, though his identity has not been confirmed. The driver of the Hyundai showed no signs of impairment and was evaluated and released on scene by the Houston Fire Department. According to police, this stretch of Highway 6 is a high-traffic a...
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“The jig is up”: Dr. Matthews alleges trafficking, coercion by QX Global leader
2Feb By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

“The jig is up”: Dr. Matthews alleges trafficking, coercion by QX Global leader

HOUSTON, TX – Multiple women have come forward with serious allegations against Jennifer Knighton, accusing her of trafficking, coercion, false representation, and witness tampering. The claims have built up over a series of videos and testimonies, leading to a public callout during a press conference held outside Big City Food in Houston, where Knighton did not appear despite invitations to respond. https://youtu.be/G_bsF9jC1t8 In a recorded phone call, one woman alleged that Knighton gave her a pill while she was in a vulnerable state and that she later woke up being taken into Mexico by unknown individuals. She said she was held against her will for five months while Knighton convinced her family she was in treatment. The woman said Knighton contacted CPS in Georgia, misrepresen...
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Good Samaritans stop to help injured man after hit-and-run on North Freeway service road
2Feb By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Good Samaritans stop to help injured man after hit-and-run on North Freeway service road

HOUSTON, TX – A man was transported to a local hospital after a hit-and-run crash on the southbound North Freeway service road at Patton Street Sunday night. https://youtu.be/oLarkJsilI8 According to a witness, a brown Dodge Ram pickup truck ran a stop sign and struck the man following an argument with another driver. The driver of the truck fled the scene. Several Good Samaritans stopped to assist the injured man until first responders arrived. He was transported by the Houston Fire Department to a nearby hospital. His condition is currently unknown. Houston Police are investigating. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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Woman killed after being struck by speeding vehicle while crossing Pierce Street
2Feb By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Woman killed after being struck by speeding vehicle while crossing Pierce Street

HOUSTON, TX – Houston police are investigating a fatal crash involving a pedestrian and a single vehicle after a young woman was struck and killed while crossing Pierce Street after leaving a club. https://youtu.be/mKqof6aa3qc According to the Houston Police Department’s Vehicular Crimes Division, the woman was exiting a nearby club when a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed struck her, carrying her a significant distance and crashing into several parked vehicles. Police said five vehicles were involved in the crash, all of them parked except for the suspect vehicle. The driver was arrested at the scene and is expected to be charged with intoxicated manslaughter. Police said a passenger was also inside the suspect vehicle at the time of the crash. Investigators believe ...
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Death investigation underway at New Hope Housing on Sakowitz
2Feb By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Death investigation underway at New Hope Housing on Sakowitz

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police Homicide Division and Crime Scene Unit are investigating after someone was found deceased Sunday at the New Hope Housing complex located at 2424 Sakowitz Street. https://youtu.be/63uZj8EHjdU Details about what led up to the death are unknown at this time. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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Teen fatally shot inside apartment at The Oaks in Humble
1Feb By Houston StringerNo Comments
Harris County

Teen fatally shot inside apartment at The Oaks in Humble

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A teenage boy was fatally shot inside an apartment at The Oaks complex in Humble after his aunt heard a single gunshot from her room shortly after 2 p.m. https://youtu.be/hFiXPAC6jL4 According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the woman called 911 after discovering her nephew unresponsive. Deputies arrived and located the teen deceased from at least one gunshot wound. He was not transported and was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other juvenile males were inside the apartment at the time of the shooting. They reportedly left immediately afterward but later returned and are now being questioned by investigators. Detectives are working to determine whether the shooting was accidental or intentional. Surveillance footage from both inside and outside th...
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Man shot during argument with woman after group of men arrive in vehicle in southeast Houston
1Feb By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Man shot during argument with woman after group of men arrive in vehicle in southeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Officers with the Southeast Patrol Division responded to a shooting call around 12:30 a.m. in the 6700 block of Eastwood Street. https://youtu.be/JeQzI-w5jfM Police said an argument occurred between a male and a female who knew each other from prior encounters. During the argument, a dark-colored vehicle arrived at the scene. Several males exited the vehicle, and one of them shot the male victim. The adult male was transported to a local hospital and is in stable condition. The investigation is ongoing.
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Two shot following altercation outside southeast Houston club
1Feb By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Two shot following altercation outside southeast Houston club

HOUSTON, TX – Officers with the Southeast Patrol Division responded to a shooting around midnight in a strip center parking lot at 10500 Telephone Road. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aL7o-D2yeos Police say the shooting stemmed from an altercation between young adults who were familiar with each other from frequenting a nearby club. The altercation and subsequent shooting occurred outside the club in the parking lot. A 17-year-old female sustained a gunshot wound and was transported to a local hospital in stable condition. A 20-year-old male also sustained a gunshot wound and is currently in stable condition.
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