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Wrong-way driver killed in crash on Highway 6

9Mar

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Harris County, Houston

Wrong-way driver killed in crash on Highway 6

HOUSTON, TX - A wrong-way driver was killed after causing a multi-vehicle crash along Highway 6 North. https://youtu.be/eXVqP5Hnk6g The crash occurred in the 4100 block of Highway 6 North around 11:01 p.m. Police said a driver was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes when the vehicle struck another vehicle traveling in the middle lane. Debris from the impact then struck two additional vehicles traveling southbound. Two drivers were transported to a hospital with injuries that were not believed to be life-threatening. The wrong-way driver, identified only as a female at this time, was pronounced deceased. Police also said a woman was arrested after she drove into the crash scene and is believed to have been under the influence. Investigators said the wrong-way dr...

Woman shot during domestic violence incident at Sunset Valley Apartments

8Mar

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Houston

Woman shot during domestic violence incident at Sunset Valley Apartments

HOUSTON, TX – A woman was shot during a domestic violence incident at an apartment complex. https://youtu.be/i0U-4Zdxv4g The shooting occurred at 6705 Fairway at the Sunset Valley Apartments in Houston. The female was transported to a local hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. The suspect is not in custody at this time. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

Overnight storms cause roadway headaches across Houston

8Mar

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Houston

Overnight storms cause roadway headaches across Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Heavy rain overnight caused several problems across Houston roadways, leaving stalled vehicles, high water, and a fallen tree blocking traffic in multiple locations. https://youtu.be/2YmLbNcLRZs In the Memorial Villages area, a large tree fell and blocked the southbound lanes of Voss while also damaging a nearby wall. The Villages Fire Department began working to remove the tree and clear the roadway. During another round of storms, several vehicles stalled in high water on the North Freeway entrance ramp from St. Joseph as drivers attempted to cross the flooded area. High water also caused problems along the South Freeway near Calumet, where several vehicles stalled in the northbound lanes. Across the freeway on the southbound side near the same area, a crash o...

Driver ejected during crash on South Loop East dies at hospital

8Mar

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Houston

Driver ejected during crash on South Loop East dies at hospital

HOUSTON, TX - A driver was ejected during a crash along the South Loop East and later died from his injuries. https://youtu.be/jIYgQw0UMbA The crash occurred around 11:45 p.m. in the 4700 block of the South Loop East in Houston. A single vehicle traveling outbound on the 610 Freeway lost control for an unknown reason, struck the center concrete wall, left the freeway, and then struck a tree. The vehicle was wrapped around the tree and the driver was ejected during the crash. The driver, believed to be in his late 30s, was transported to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. Only one vehicle and one occupant were involved in the crash. It is unknown if the driver was impaired at the time of the crash.

Husband and wife shoot each other with same firearm in southwest Houston

8Mar

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Houston

Husband and wife shoot each other with same firearm in southwest Houston

HOUSTON, TX – An adult male and an adult female were injured in a shooting during a domestic disturbance at a residence in Houston. https://youtu.be/snq5ibDDDi4 Officers responded to the shooting around 11:25 p.m. in the 5100 block of Danfield Drive. Police said the two individuals, identified as a husband and wife, were engaged in a physical altercation inside the residence when a firearm was used. Both individuals shot each other with the same firearm. Officers rendered aid at the scene. Houston Fire Department crews arrived shortly after and transported both victims to a local hospital, where they were reported to be in stable condition. The shooting occurred inside the residence.

Spiderman detained during search for suspect after Southwest Freeway chase near Kirby

7Mar

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Houston

Spiderman detained during search for suspect after Southwest Freeway chase near Kirby

HOUSTON, TX - A police chase along the Southwest Freeway near Kirby ended after a suspect crashed and fled into a nearby apartment complex. https://youtu.be/mhsI8ngCrUk During a search for the suspect, Spiderman showed up at the scene and was detained by the Houston Police Department. He was later released. No additional information has been released at this time.

Woman shot while walking to friend’s residence during possible robbery dies at hospital

7Mar

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Houston

Woman shot while walking to friend’s residence during possible robbery dies at hospital

HOUSTON, TX – A woman was shot while walking to a friend’s residence during a possible robbery in the Heights area of Houston. https://youtu.be/TSSYTpn-lGw The shooting occurred around 11:45 p.m. in the 500 block of West 20th Street at Lawrence, in front of the Foundry on 19th apartment complex. Officers responded to a shooting call and found an adult female lying on the sidewalk with a gunshot wound. Officers rendered aid at the scene before the female was transported to a local hospital. The female was pronounced deceased at the hospital. According to police, the victim had parked her vehicle and was walking to a friend’s residence prior to the shooting. The shooting possibly occurred during a robbery while she was walking on the street. This is a developing story an...

Suspect driving around shoots man in leg in north Houston

5Mar

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Houston

Suspect driving around shoots man in leg in north Houston

HOUSTON, TX - A man was shot in the leg just before 4 a.m. in the 100 block of Goldenrod. https://youtu.be/aOYdN9HLCIU According to the Houston Police Department, officers found a male with a gunshot wound to the leg. Police said the suspect was driving around and has not been located. Shell casings were located in front of a house in the area. The reason for the shooting is unknown at this time.

Man found deceased in roadway after being run over while standing next to bicycle

4Mar

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Houston

Man found deceased in roadway after being run over while standing next to bicycle

HOUSTON, TX – A man was found deceased in the roadway after being run over while standing next to his bicycle in Houston. https://youtu.be/wW5wbf-GAzw The incident occurred around 1 a.m. in the 2000 block of Collingsworth. According to the Houston Police Department, a male who appeared to be in his mid-30s was standing in the middle of the street beside his bicycle and had a backpack and other items with him when he was struck by a vehicle. Witnesses stated the male was standing in the roadway next to the bicycle when he was hit. The male’s identity is unknown at this time. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. One driver remained at the scene and told investigators he struck the male. It is possible other vehicles may have also run over the victim and did not remain...

Three people shot during disturbance at entrance of residence on Bertrand

4Mar

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Harris County, Houston

Three people shot during disturbance at entrance of residence on Bertrand

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Three people were injured in a shooting following a disturbance at the entrance of a residence in Harris County. https://youtu.be/uDn08gVTbdk The shooting occurred around 1:15 a.m. in the 2000 block of Bertrand. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, District 2 nightshift deputies responded to a life-in-danger call in progress. When deputies arrived, they located three individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. The victims were identified as two adult males and one adult female. All three victims were transported to local hospitals in various conditions. One victim was reported to be in critical condition and two were reported to be in stable condition. Preliminary information indicates there was a disturbance at the entrance of the residen...