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Man struck and killed by Union Pacific train in Houston’s Rice Military area
26Mar By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Man struck and killed by Union Pacific train in Houston’s Rice Military area

HOUSTON, TX – A pedestrian was struck and killed by a train in the Rice Military area near Woodcrest Park. https://youtu.be/n1mXfJGOZHo The incident occurred in the 6100 block of Stillman Street. Union Pacific train engine 2769 was involved. The pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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Teen passenger not wearing seatbelt ejected, killed after BMW runs stop sign in north Harris County
25Mar By Houston StringerNo Comments
Harris County, Houston

Teen passenger not wearing seatbelt ejected, killed after BMW runs stop sign in north Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A teen passenger was pronounced deceased after a crash involving two vehicles at an intersection in north Harris County. https://youtu.be/t1Dv_UUgj9Y The crash occurred around 5:55 p.m. at Richcrest and West Hardy Road. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrived to find a BMW 550 and a Honda Accord that had collided in the intersection. Investigators said the Honda Accord was traveling southbound on West Hardy Road, which has the right of way, while the BMW was traveling eastbound on Richcrest, where there is a stop sign. The BMW reportedly failed to stop and entered the intersection at a high rate of speed, where it was struck on the left side by the Honda. The impact caused the BMW to spin, and a back left passenger who was not wea...
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Man killed, another wounded after suspect refuses to leave and opens fire at Scottish Inns and Suites on Antoine
25Mar By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Man killed, another wounded after suspect refuses to leave and opens fire at Scottish Inns and Suites on Antoine

HOUSTON, TX – A man was killed and another wounded after a shooting outside a motel in northwest Houston late last night. https://youtu.be/6k73ECzozSI The shooting occurred around 10:45 p.m. in the 3300 block of Antoine at the Scottish Inns and Suites. According to police, one male described as being in his early 60s was pronounced deceased at the scene. A second male, described as being in his mid-30s, was shot in the rear end and left in a private vehicle to a hospital, where he is expected to be okay. Police say the suspect was initially leaning against a hotel room door and refused to leave when confronted by an elderly man who had rented the room. Approximately five to six people gathered and attempted to get the suspect to leave the doorway. The suspect became agitat...
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Shooting suspect twerks for the camera while being taken into custody
25Mar By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Shooting suspect twerks for the camera while being taken into custody

HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot in the leg during a robbery at an apartment complex in northwest Houston. https://youtu.be/SzLnpZ5crE0 The incident occurred around 8 p.m. in the 5900 block of Pinemont at the Patriot Forest Apartments. According to the Houston Police Department, North Patrol officers responded to reports of a male shot in the lower leg. The victim was transported to a hospital and is expected to survive. Police say the victim was walking along Pinemont in front of the apartment complex when a younger male approached from behind, assaulted him, took a pistol, and shot him with his own weapon. Witnesses reported seeing the suspect run west toward a nearby gas station. Patrol and Patrol Support Officers located the suspect at a convenience store, where he was fou...
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Two-alarm fire damages multiple units at Quail Creek Apartments
25Mar By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Two-alarm fire damages multiple units at Quail Creek Apartments

HOUSTON, TX – A two-alarm fire damaged multiple units at an apartment complex in Houston during yesterday evening. https://youtu.be/6u1yYAuhbfw The fire was reported around 7:40 p.m. at the Quail Creek Apartments located at 7835 Grow Lane. The Houston Fire Department responded to reports of fire and smoke and arrived to find heavy smoke coming from a second-floor unit, with initial reports that someone may have been trapped. Firefighters entered in fire attack and rescue mode and conducted a primary search, but no victims were found inside and no injuries were reported. Approximately 60 to 70 firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, and command staff responded to the scene. Firefighters established a water supply after laying approximately 600 feet of 5-inch hose. The fire was abo...
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Fire damages Sol Billares nightclub in southwest Houston
24Mar By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Fire damages Sol Billares nightclub in southwest Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A fire damaged the Sol Billares nightclub on Bellaire Boulevard in southwest Houston just before 4 a.m. https://youtu.be/VaI7lPbl968 The fire occurred at 5920 Bellaire Boulevard. According to the Houston Fire Department, Engine 51 and Ladder 51 arrived to find the nightclub filled with heavy smoke down to the floor. Crews initiated a fast interior attack, located the fire in the lounge area, and extinguished it. Firefighters conducted a primary search and confirmed the building was empty, with no injuries reported. The fire extended into a common area above the lounge due to the open layout and suspended ceiling. Approximately 30 to 40 personnel responded, including multiple engine and ladder companies, along with support units. Crews were able to prevent the fi...
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Tanker truck overturns on I-45 southbound near Rankin causing traffic backup
24Mar By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Tanker truck overturns on I-45 southbound near Rankin causing traffic backup

HOUSTON, TX – A tanker truck overturned on the southbound lanes of Interstate 45 just south of Rankin, causing a significant traffic backup in the area. https://youtu.be/4XoKXOiMTA0 The cause of the crash and whether there are any injuries are unknown at this time. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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Man shot after forcing entry into home in southwest Houston, second suspect at large
24Mar By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Man shot after forcing entry into home in southwest Houston, second suspect at large

HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot after forcing his way into a home following a disturbance in southwest Houston. https://youtu.be/dAkBztL7yPk The shooting occurred in the 4800 block of Ingomar. According to the Houston Police Department, officers with the Southwest Division responded to a call and found a large and complex scene involving two males. Police said both individuals were seen running down the street, with one male, described as a Black male possibly in his 20s wearing all black, appearing injured with blood on his head. He reportedly went door to door before forcing entry into a residence by kicking in the door. During the forced entry, the homeowner shot the male multiple times. He was transported to a hospital in critical condition. The second individual, describ...
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Leaking barrel in downtown Houston causes several street closures, hazmat response
23Mar By Houston StringerNo Comments
Houston

Leaking barrel in downtown Houston causes several street closures, hazmat response

HOUSTON, TX – A leaking industrial-style barrel found near a downtown intersection was determined to likely contain cooking grease, according to Constable Alan Rosen’s Office. https://youtu.be/8V1MsB2r9x0 The barrel was located in a parking lot near the intersection of Preston and Travis, and the liquid made its way into the street. The Harris County Constable Precinct 1 Environmental Crimes team responded to the call, along with the Houston Police Department and Houston Fire Department. Several streets were shut down to traffic until it was determined safe by HFD Hazmat. Officials also stated there is no hazard to the public, and a full cleanup is underway.
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