Friday, December 12

Harris County

Harris County

Deceased individual found in stairwell at southeast Houston apartment complex
Houston

Deceased individual found in stairwell at southeast Houston apartment complex

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.
Firefighters respond to mobile home fire in Pasadena
Harris County, Houston

Firefighters respond to mobile home fire in Pasadena

PASADENA, TX – Houston Fire Department crews responded to the Allen Genoa Manufactured Housing Community at 5100 Allen-Genoa Road, where one mobile home was on fire with smoke pouring from the structure. https://youtu.be/xSEdQj9uk_8 A bystander stated the resident was not home at the time and expressed hope that the community can come together to help the resident and his son. The extent of damage and whether there were any injuries are currently unknown. This is a developing story, more information will follow if it becomes available.
Major crash shuts down El Dorado for several hours at what neighbors describe as a dangerous intersection
Houston

Major crash shuts down El Dorado for several hours at what neighbors describe as a dangerous intersection

Update 12/4/25 - Houston Police have confirmed the crash at El Dorado Boulevard and Hickory Knoll Drive was fatal, stating the 42-year-old male driver of a Ford Focus died at the scene after failing to yield at a stop sign and being struck by an eastbound Ford F-250 pulling a trailer. The collision pushed both vehicles into westbound lanes, where the F-250 then struck an Acura MDX. Updated Story: https://www.houstonstringer.com/2025/12/04/residents-raise-concern-about-dangerous-intersection-on-el-dorado-following-fatal-crash-yesterday/ HOUSTON, TX – A major crash involving three vehicles occurred at the intersection of Hickory Knoll and El Dorado in the Middlebrook subdivision in southeast Houston. https://youtu.be/IfyI6uHbwcs According to a neighbor, the intersection has bee...
Husband allegedly stabs wife, then sets himself on fire in east Harris County
Harris County, Houston

Husband allegedly stabs wife, then sets himself on fire in east Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Deputies responded to a disturbance at a mobile home park in the 9400 block of Cay Sol Court this afternoon. https://youtu.be/AMpkjvpwKvA According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, deputies determined a married couple had been involved in a domestic dispute. The female, 58, suffered stab wounds and was transported by Life Flight in critical condition. The male, 54, allegedly set himself on fire and was transported to a hospital. CSI and detectives responded to the scene and are conducting the follow-up investigation. This is a developing story, more information will follow if it becomes available.
Investigation underway after police respond to shooting at IAH area hotel
Houston

Investigation underway after police respond to shooting at IAH area hotel

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police responded to a reported shooting at the Wingate by Wyndham located at 1330 N. Sam Houston Parkway E near George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). https://youtu.be/cDWd2dK7H1U Details about what led up to the shooting and whether anyone was injured remain unknown at this time. This is a developing story, more information will follow if it becomes available.
Court Docs: Man in wheelchair found dead at bus stop was struck with a TV
Houston

Court Docs: Man in wheelchair found dead at bus stop was struck with a TV

HOUSTON, TX – Houston police arrested a suspect in the death of a man found at 600 East Tidwell Road at about 8:30 a.m. on November 25. https://youtu.be/6M9gj6OiRO0 The suspect, Carl Taylor, 44, is charged with murder and tampering with evidence in the 179th Criminal District Court. The identity of the deceased male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. According to court documents, the victim was struck with a television, causing injuries that led to his death. Houston Metro Police Department officers responded to a report of an unresponsive male in a wheelchair at a bus stop at the address. Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced him deceased at the scene, and the man was found to have suffered multiple injuries. Houston polic...
Cyclist who went missing has been found safe
Houston

Cyclist who went missing has been found safe

HOUSTON, TX – A 48-year-old cyclist who had been reported missing since November 18, 2025, has been found safe, according to one of his friends. Jason Granger was the subject of a Houston Police Department Missing Persons Division investigation after he was last seen traveling between his home in West University and his workplace in the Heights. His disappearance prompted concern from those who knew him and led to public requests for information regarding his whereabouts. Granger has since been located and is safe. Note: Photo has been removed.
Homeowner shot while stopping attempted home invasion in east Houston
Houston

Homeowner shot while stopping attempted home invasion in east Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Houston police say a homeowner was shot around 1:20 a.m. after exchanging gunfire with two males during an attempted home invasion in the 9400 block of East Avenue J. https://youtu.be/1Ov6WrZHeUk The shooting occurred when two males approached the residence and attempted to force entry. Police say a gunfight followed between the homeowner and the suspects. The homeowner was struck at least once and drove himself to Houston Fire Department Station 23, where officers later located him and obtained his statement. One suspect was found on Avenue L after knocking on a nearby door. Officers took him into custody and noted he had multiple gunshot wounds. The second suspect possibly left the area in a vehicle and has not been located. If you have any information, you ar...
Third alarm called following mayday at condo complex in north Houston
Houston

Third alarm called following mayday at condo complex in north Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A fire at the North Village Green Condominiums at 218 Plaza Verde was escalated to three alarms after a mayday call was issued when a firefighter became trapped inside the building. https://youtu.be/ZtH8QHbHtqc The Houston Fire Department rescued the firefighter, who was evaluated by EMS and then returned to assist in fighting the blaze. The cause of the fire and whether anyone else was injured remain unknown at this time. This is a developing story, more information will follow if it becomes available.
Suspect shot after using employee as shield during Ace Cash Express robbery attempt
Houston

Suspect shot after using employee as shield during Ace Cash Express robbery attempt

HOUSTON, TX – According to Assistant Chief Luis Menendez-Sierra with the Houston Police Department, an officer-involved shooting occurred at the Ace Cash Express at 203 West Greens after a hold-up panic alarm was activated. https://youtu.be/V3MAC8tHPF0 At approximately 8:33 a.m., North Belt Patrol officers responded to the alarm. An officer arrived within minutes and saw a male suspect holding a female employee at gunpoint and using her as a shield as he exited the business. The officer, a six-year veteran of HPD, responded to the threat of the suspect and fired multiple times, striking him. Officers provided first aid before the suspect was transported to a hospital, where he is in stable condition. He is described as a Black male between 25 and 30 years old. No injuries were r...