Author: Houston Stringer

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on Fondren near W. Orem around 8:10 p.m. https://youtu.be/SoM6NMLL8rE The crash involved an elderly male who was possibly experiencing a medical emergency. According to police, intoxication is still to be determined, though the situation appears more consistent with a medical emergency. The man was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

HOUSTON, TX – An after-hours club was raided overnight at 4210 Emancipation Avenue as part of the Mayor’s public safety initiative. https://youtu.be/UHQAtoIo7bg The raid occurred around 3 a.m. at the Greenwood Lounge in Houston. Multiple individuals were detained during the operation. Police found a vehicle behind the club containing multiple boxes of liquor. Inside the club, officers also located numerous alcohol bottles and a large amount of hookah-related items. Assistant Chief Rodriguez said, “We have a lot of reports and complaints from the citizens of this after hours club with the loud noise. DWI’s coming out of here. Just people, not, being responsible. In their behavior. And, as you know, there, you know, these, facilities don't have any permits.” He added, “They'...

HOUSTON, TX – According to Houston police, a deadly crime spree began around 8:29 a.m. in southeast Houston when a white SUV crashed into multiple vehicles in a four-car collision. Police said the suspect exited his SUV, fired rounds into the air, and carjacked a black SUV at gunpoint before fleeing the scene onto Interstate 45 North. https://youtu.be/Ca1t0GXqUJ0 A short time later near Woodridge, the suspect carjacked a second black SUV at gunpoint. Police said it is still under investigation whether that vehicle was involved in another accident or had become disabled. Officers issued a broadcast to locate the suspect, and Precinct 1 constables ultimately spotted him near the George R. Brown Convention Center along U.S. 59. According to police, the suspect was attempting to car...

HOUSTON, TX – About 50 people were displaced following a two-alarm fire at the Life at Jackson Square Apartments in the Meyerland area on Braesvalley. https://youtu.be/7q5zidoDu3E Firefighters were dispatched around 2:30 a.m., and neighbors assisted crews in evacuating individuals, many of whom were disabled and elderly. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. A METRO bus was brought to the scene to provide warmth while residents waited for assistance from the American Red Cross. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. However, broken hydrants and rain conditions made the response more difficult for firefighters.

HOUSTON, TX – The eastbound lanes of IH-610 South Loop at South Wayside Drive were closed overnight following a major crash involving a pedestrian and a vehicle. https://youtu.be/-Z9tRlmAJtQ It is unknown why the pedestrian was on the freeway, but the vehicle involved remained at the scene. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital by the Houston Fire Department, and their condition is currently unknown. This is a developing story, more information will follow if it becomes available.

HOUSTON, TX – A deceased individual was found in a stairwell at the Village at Palm Center Apartments, located at 5110 Griggs. https://youtu.be/YJ6eiAFk09k The circumstances surrounding the death are currently unknown. Houston Police are investigating. This is a developing story, more information will follow if it becomes available.