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Elderly homeowner fatally shot after striking both suspects during home invasion
Houston

Elderly homeowner fatally shot after striking both suspects during home invasion

HOUSTON, TX – An elderly woman was killed just before 2 a.m. during an exchange of gunfire with burglars at a residence. https://youtu.be/yp1FkhSGPE4 Houston police say two suspects, a Black male and a Black female wearing masks, entered the home and exchanged gunfire with the homeowner. Police said the homeowner, a woman in her late 70s, struck both suspects during the gunfight. The woman was pronounced deceased at the scene. Both suspects were transported to area hospitals, where one remains in critical condition and the other is in stable condition. Police confirmed there were other people inside the home at the time, but none of them exchanged gunfire with the suspects. The incident is being investigated by the Houston Police Department Homicide Division.
K9 called after short pursuit ends when car crashes through guardrail
Houston

K9 called after short pursuit ends when car crashes through guardrail

HOUSTON, TX – A brief pursuit ended in a crash after a vehicle went through a guardrail in the 1400 block of White Oak Drive near the North Freeway. https://youtu.be/sP6piR6-_Ks The incident occurred around 10:45 p.m. Sunday. After the crash, at least one suspect fled the scene on foot, prompting officers to set up a perimeter. A K9 unit was called to assist in the search. However, no suspects were detained, and the perimeter was eventually collapsed. It is unknown if additional suspects were involved.
Passenger killed, three hospitalized in Sugar Land crash
Fort Bend County

Passenger killed, three hospitalized in Sugar Land crash

SUGAR LAND, TX – A backseat passenger was killed and three other people were transported to hospitals after a crash at West Airport Boulevard and Burney Road. https://youtu.be/_uCFqeW8sdk The collision occurred around 12 a.m. when a Volvo ran a red light and T-boned another vehicle. A passenger in the back seat of one of the vehicles was pronounced deceased. Three others were transported for medical treatment. The Sugar Land Police Department Criminal Investigations Division is investigating the crash.
Three hospitalized, dozens displaced after fire at Mustang Crossing Apartments
Fort Bend County

Three hospitalized, dozens displaced after fire at Mustang Crossing Apartments

RICHMOND, TX – Three people were hospitalized and dozens displaced following a fire at the Mustang Crossing Apartments early Sunday morning. The fire was reported around 1:30 a.m. in the 1800 block of Mustang Drive. https://youtu.be/CzVMgpVuuvo When the Richmond Fire Department arrived, they found one apartment building heavily involved in flames. Multiple buildings were evacuated as crews worked to contain the fire. The extent of injuries has not been released and the cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Richmond Fire Marshal’s Office.
Man found fatally shot in vehicle in southwest Houston
Houston

Man found fatally shot in vehicle in southwest Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A man was found deceased in a vehicle in the 7000 block of Chasewood with a gunshot wound to the head after a citizen flagged down an officer on routine patrol. https://youtu.be/eMaNjiqCfVM The citizen alerted the officer that a male was unconscious and not breathing inside a parked vehicle. The officer located the vehicle and found an adult male in the driver’s seat who was unresponsive. The man had sustained a gunshot wound to the head and was pronounced deceased at the scene. There are currently no known suspects. The Houston Police Department Homicide Division is investigating to determine what led up to the shooting. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Investigation underway after person found deceased in roadway on Lockwood
Houston

Investigation underway after person found deceased in roadway on Lockwood

HOUSTON, TX – An investigation is underway after a person was found deceased in the middle of the roadway following a reported auto-pedestrian crash on Lockwood Drive. https://youtu.be/NGevcvqmIfk The incident was reported around 3:56 a.m and it is not known at this time if the driver stayed at the scene. This is a developing story and more information will follow as it becomes available.
Vehicle flips in two-car crash under North Freeway near Crosstimbers
Houston

Vehicle flips in two-car crash under North Freeway near Crosstimbers

HOUSTON, TX – A two-vehicle crash occurred just before midnight under the North Freeway near Crosstimbers, sending both cars off the road. https://youtu.be/gG-SNfcSUeM One of the vehicles flipped over in the crash. Details about what led up to the crash and any injuries are unknown at this time. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
Man shot during attempted carjacking at Boca Springs Apartments on South Gessner
Houston

Man shot during attempted carjacking at Boca Springs Apartments on South Gessner

HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot during an attempted carjacking just after midnight at the Boca Springs Apartments, located in the 3700 block of South Gessner Road. https://youtu.be/0m2Not8CxKU Officers arrived and found the man with a gunshot wound to the leg. They applied a tourniquet before he was transported to a nearby hospital. He is currently in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries. Police said the man lives at the apartment complex. Around three suspects approached him and attempted to carjack him, resulting in an exchange of gunfire. The victim was struck once. It is unknown if any suspects were injured. No suspects are in custody, though investigators have a brief description. The Houston Police Robbery Division is leading the investigation. During the...
Man pushing bicycle struck and killed while crossing road outside crosswalk
Houston

Man pushing bicycle struck and killed while crossing road outside crosswalk

HOUSTON, TX – A man approximately 50 years old was fatally struck by a vehicle while pushing his bicycle across a roadway in Houston. https://youtu.be/Jatsl8-A_-4 The crash occurred as the man was walking across the street, and police noted he was not crossing in a designated crosswalk. Investigators said the driver remained at the scene and is cooperating. The driver showed no signs of intoxication, and field sobriety tests were conducted at the scene. Witnesses reported that the victim may not have been paying attention as he crossed. Speed is not currently believed to be a factor, but investigators are working to confirm that through calculations based on roadway evidence. The investigation remains active as authorities continue to gather witness statements, review vide...
Boxes fall from truck after striking Houston Avenue Bridge on IH-10 Katy Freeway
Houston

Boxes fall from truck after striking Houston Avenue Bridge on IH-10 Katy Freeway

HOUSTON, TX – A heavy truck lost its load after striking the Houston Avenue Bridge while traveling eastbound on the IH-10 Katy Freeway, causing lane closures and debris on the roadway. https://youtu.be/l1NVdRsWhtU Two large boxes fell from the truck following the impact. The contents of the boxes are unknown. Wood debris was also scattered across the freeway. The incident affected the right shoulder, right lane, and center lane. Crews are working to clear the scene. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.