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Man dies after being found lying face down in street

1Sep

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Harris County

Man dies after being found lying face down in street

HOUSTON, TX - A man is dead after being found lying face down in the street following an altercation. The incident occurred just after midnight in the 13800 block of Greenranch. According to police, deputies arrived to find the man lying face down, suffering from major blunt trauma. He was then transported to Kingwood Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. During the initial investigation, police learned that the victim had been at a dead end with other individuals when an altercation took place, leading to the assault. Authorities currently have no leads in the case. If you have any information, please contact the Harris County Sheriff's Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Fatal crash involving motorcycle rider shuts down 290

1Sep

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Houston

Fatal crash involving motorcycle rider shuts down 290

HOUSTON, TX - A fatality crash involving a motorcycle rider occurred at the intersection of 290 and Fairbanks. The accident happened just after 11 p.m. on 290 near Fairbanks. This is a developing story, and we will update as we learn more information. If you have any information about the crash, please contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Cyclist killed after being hit by vehicle along Gulf Freeway

1Sep

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Houston

Cyclist killed after being hit by vehicle along Gulf Freeway

HOUSTON, TX - A cyclist was killed after being hit by a vehicle along the Gulf Freeway. The accident occurred in the 15500 block of the Gulf Freeway just after 10 p.m. According to police, the vehicle that hit him fled the scene and they do not have a suspect description at this time. If you know anything about the crash, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department's Vehicular Crimes Division or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Woman Fatally Shot During Altercation Involving Estranged Husband and Boyfriend

31Aug

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Harris County

Woman Fatally Shot During Altercation Involving Estranged Husband and Boyfriend

HARRIS COUNTY, TX - A woman was found with multiple gunshot wounds by deputies at a home in east Harris County following an altercation between her, her boyfriend and estranged husband. https://youtu.be/394_cHzvNug The shooting occurred in the 2000 block of Perry in Baytown, Texas. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the victim, described as a 34-year-old black female was at a residence with her boyfriend when her estranged husband showed up. An altercation broke out and shots were fired and the female was struck. She was pronounced deceased at the scene. The boyfriend stayed at the scene but police say the estranged husband fled the scene so they want to talk to him. If you have any information about the shooting you are urged to contact the Harris Count...

Woman found dead with multiple gunshot wounds by boyfriend

31Aug

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Harris County

Woman found dead with multiple gunshot wounds by boyfriend

HARRIS COUNTY, TX - A woman was found deceased in a home with multiple gunshot wounds by her boyfriend. She was found around 10:30 p.m. at a home in the 14900 block of Beechmor. https://youtu.be/6cb3yYe8YbQ According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, her boyfriend went to go check on her after she was not seen in a couple of days and found her. When he arrived, he found the door was kicked in. She is described as a black female in her 40's. Police believe at this time that this was an isolated incident and there is no threat to the surrounding community. If you have any information about the shooting, you are urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff's Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Teen shot during drive-by in North Houston

28Aug

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Houston

Teen shot during drive-by in North Houston

HOUSTON, TX - The Houston Police Department is investigating after a 16 year old was shot in a drive-by walking on the sidewalk in north Houston. The shooting took place Wednesday evening in the 11700 block of Airline. According to police, the suspects may have fled in a black sedan. The teen was transported to the hospital by private vehicle and is said to be in stable condition. If you have any information about the shooting you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Two Houston firefighters electrocuted while extinguishing a fire in Houston’s Fifth Ward

27Aug

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Houston

Two Houston firefighters electrocuted while extinguishing a fire in Houston’s Fifth Ward

HOUSTON, TX - Two Houston firefighters were transported to a local hospital after being electrocuted while extinguishing a fire in Houston's Fifth Ward. The Houston Fire Department was first called to the 2600 block of Jensen around 3:45 a.m. Sunday morning. https://youtu.be/a6GB7Xdk3cU According to the Houston Fire Department, firefighters arrived and found a 1-story commercial building on fire and made an offensive attack. The roof was ventilated and a primary search was conducted. A power line that was attached to the building was arching and CenterPoint was notified to secure the power. At one point, a live wire fell out of the drop-down ceiling and energized the floor area that had water. Two firefighters came into contact with the energized water and were transporte...

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

26Aug

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Houston

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...

Man shot on Kirk Street in Fifth Ward dies at hospital

26Aug

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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.

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

26Aug

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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.