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Woman fatally shot during meetup in Harris County
Harris County

Woman fatally shot during meetup in Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A woman was fatally shot Friday evening after parking in the 6200 block of Sierra Blanca with her brother and boyfriend for a meetup. https://youtu.be/KzlumNb-_i4 The shooting occurred around 7:21 p.m., and deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to an in-progress shooting call. Upon arrival, deputies found an adult white female inside a parked vehicle with an apparent gunshot wound. EMS personnel pronounced her deceased at the scene. According to investigators, the victim and her relatives were at the location for a meetup when an altercation broke out, and the victim was shot. The brother and boyfriend are cooperating with investigators. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the case.
Teen killed in shooting at Circle K gas station on North Braeswood
Houston

Teen killed in shooting at Circle K gas station on North Braeswood

HOUSTON, TX – A teenage male was killed following a shooting at a Circle K gas station in the 5400 block of North Braeswood Friday evening around 7:30 p.m. https://youtu.be/2GLvkk-tIV4 According to the Houston Police Department, two groups of individuals met in the parking lot when a physical altercation broke out. The fight escalated, leading to gunfire. The victim, described as a male between 15 and 17 years old, was struck once in the chest. He was transported to a hospital by private vehicle, where he was pronounced deceased. Houston Police Department homicide detectives and crime scene investigators responded to the scene. Multiple witnesses have been detained as police continue gathering statements to determine what led up to the shooting.
Forks Township man charged after strangling juvenile over suspected hidden drugs
Pennsylvania

Forks Township man charged after strangling juvenile over suspected hidden drugs

EASTON, PA – A Forks Township man was arrested after allegedly strangling a juvenile and threatening to kill them during a confrontation over suspected hidden drugs inside a residence. On September 14, 2025, at approximately 3:29 a.m., officers from the Forks Township Police Department responded to a disturbance in the 2300 block of Jamie Court. Upon arrival, they made contact with Daniel Edward Barbaro, who admitted to assaulting the juvenile because he believed they were hiding drugs in the home. A witness confirmed to police that Barbaro strangled the juvenile to the point they could not breathe and said he was going to “kill” them. Officers were also shown video evidence of the incident. The victim was described by police as a juvenile, though no specific age was provided....
Rapho Township man charged with strangulation of woman and witness intimidation heads to county court
Pennsylvania

Rapho Township man charged with strangulation of woman and witness intimidation heads to county court

RAPHO TOWNSHIP, PA – A 39-year-old Rapho Township man accused of strangling a woman and later threatening her to prevent her from testifying against him will face charges in the Lancaster County Court of Common Pleas. Following preliminary hearings earlier this month, Judge Michael Hess ruled on September 3 that both cases involving Steven A. Grabowski will proceed. Grabowski is charged with strangulation and simple assault in one case, and two counts of intimidating a witness and one count of stalking in the second. The initial charges stem from an incident on the night of June 20, when Grabowski allegedly assaulted his then-roommate at their shared residence in the first block of Lancaster Estates. The victim told police that Grabowski, who was upset, pushed her and strangled h...
Woman arrested for DUI and assault on officer after hit-and-run in Petaluma
California

Woman arrested for DUI and assault on officer after hit-and-run in Petaluma

PETALUMA, CA – A woman was arrested after allegedly fleeing a hit-and-run crash, driving over 100 mph on Highway 101, and assaulting a police officer during a DUI investigation. At approximately 11:20 p.m. on September 17, 2025, Petaluma Police officers were dispatched to a hit-and-run collision with minor injuries. The suspect vehicle was quickly located traveling southbound on Highway 101. Officers initiated a traffic stop, and the driver pulled over to the shoulder. During the traffic stop, officers observed signs of alcohol intoxication and began a DUI investigation. The driver, identified as Alicia Wright, allegedly pushed one of the officers and began violently resisting arrest. Due to the dangerous location, California Highway Patrol officers were called in to block traffi...
66-year-old man shot while sleeping during home invasion in Lincoln
Delaware

66-year-old man shot while sleeping during home invasion in Lincoln

LINCOLN, DE – Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that left a 66-year-old man seriously injured early Thursday morning in Lincoln. At approximately 6:21 a.m. on September 18, 2025, troopers responded to a residence in the 29000 block of Fleatown Road for a report of a shooting. According to the preliminary investigation, an unidentified suspect entered the home through an unsecured door and shot the victim in the chest while he was asleep. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital with serious injuries. His current condition has not been released. The Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit is actively investigating the incident. No suspect description has been released at this time.
Suspect arrested in Morgan Hill shooting that injured 17-year-old
California

Suspect arrested in Morgan Hill shooting that injured 17-year-old

MORGAN HILL, CA – A 28-year-old Gilroy man has been arrested in connection with a drive-by shooting that left a 17-year-old injured in Morgan Hill earlier this month. Officers with the Morgan Hill Police Department responded to multiple reports of gunfire in the 100 block of Ciolino Avenue around 12:13 a.m. on September 13, 2025. Upon arrival, officers found several bullet casings on the street and sidewalk. While on scene, they learned that a 17-year-old victim with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds had been transported to Saint Louise Hospital. The victim has since been treated and released. Detectives determined that the suspect, standing on a sidewalk, opened fire on a vehicle carrying four occupants as it traveled along Ciolino Avenue. Surveillance footage captured the sus...
One man shot in the face after two suspects open fire on three victims in Victorville
California

One man shot in the face after two suspects open fire on three victims in Victorville

VICTORVILLE, CA – Authorities are searching for two suspects who opened fire on three men late Wednesday night in the 16000 block of Burwood Road, near Mojave Vista Park. The shooting occurred around 11:16 p.m. on September 17, 2025. According to the Victorville Police Department, three male victims—ages 19, 20, and 21—were walking in the area when two unidentified Black male suspects approached them and fired multiple rounds. One of the victims was struck in the face. All three fled toward Mojave Vista Academy while the suspects chased them briefly on foot before fleeing the area in an unknown vehicle. The injured victim was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. His current condition has not been released. The Victorville Police Department’s Detective Bure...
Frisco police fatally shoot knife-wielding man during welfare check at park
Texas

Frisco police fatally shoot knife-wielding man during welfare check at park

FRISCO, TX – A 31-year-old man was fatally shot by Frisco Police officers during a welfare check after he reportedly advanced toward them with a knife. The incident occurred around 9:50 a.m. on September 18, 2025, in the 8000 block of McKinney Road. Officers responded to a report that a man, later identified as Logan Holliday of Frisco, was armed with a knife and had already harmed himself. Officers located Holliday in a wooded area on the north side of Frisco Commons Park. According to police, Holliday ignored verbal commands and continued advancing toward officers with the knife in hand. Officers deployed a less lethal option, but when it failed to stop him, they discharged their duty weapons. Officers administered lifesaving measures on scene. Holliday was transported by Fr...
Fremont man arrested for fatal stabbing in Upper Vintners Circle
California

Fremont man arrested for fatal stabbing in Upper Vintners Circle

FREMONT, CA – A man is in custody following a fatal stabbing that occurred shortly after noon on September 18, 2025, in the 600 block of Upper Vintners Circle. Fremont Police officers responded at approximately 12:01 p.m. to a report of an altercation between two individuals in front of a residence. Upon arrival, officers found an unresponsive victim suffering from significant stab wounds. Officers administered trauma care, but the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. The second individual involved in the altercation was detained on site, and a knife was recovered. The suspect was identified as 29-year-old Varun Suresh, a Fremont resident. He was arrested for murder under Penal Code 187(a). Fremont Police Department’s Crimes Against Persons Unit has assumed the investiga...