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Cement Truck Falls Off Freeway in Fatal Crash
Harris County

Cement Truck Falls Off Freeway in Fatal Crash

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A fatal crash occurred involving a cement truck and a work truck near the 11044 block of Bammel N Houston Road at Beltway 8 earlier this morning. https://youtu.be/hUY34usSmls According to Constable Mark Herman, the cement truck went over the side of the Beltway onto the feeder road. EMS confirmed one occupant deceased, and another occupant suffered possible life-threatening injuries. We will keep you updated if more information becomes available.
Police seek person of interest in fatal shooting of Johnny Felder; one suspect charged and arrested
Houston

Police seek person of interest in fatal shooting of Johnny Felder; one suspect charged and arrested

HOUSTON, TX – Houston police are seeking a person of interest in the fatal shooting of 34-year-old Johnny Felder, who was found deceased at 7800 Tidwell Road around 7:30 p.m. on November 23. One suspect, Adrian Odell McGee, 22, has been charged with murder in the 351st State District Court and is currently in custody. https://youtu.be/egJGudHuJPc According to Houston Police Department Homicide Division detectives, officers responded to a shooting at the location and discovered Felder lying unresponsive between the street and the curb. He had been shot multiple times. Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced him deceased at the scene. At the time of the incident, there were no known witnesses or suspects. On December 6, surveillance photos of two persons of interest were rel...
Man fatally shot during altercation involving suspects in white truck on Willow Beach Drive
Houston

Man fatally shot during altercation involving suspects in white truck on Willow Beach Drive

HOUSTON, TX – Houston police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred at 4426 Willow Beach Drive around 6:45 p.m. on Saturday, December 7. https://youtu.be/pAHx1Gyr6gg According to investigators, officers responded to reports of a shooting and found a man with multiple gunshot wounds lying next to his vehicle, a black Toyota Camry. Officers provided medical assistance until Houston Fire Department paramedics arrived and pronounced the man deceased at the scene. The victim's identity is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. Witnesses reported seeing a white four-door Dodge Ram pickup truck parked on Willow Beach with two individuals inside and two males standing outside the vehicle. The victim reportedly arrived and interacted with the ...
Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle on Eastex Freeway
Harris County

Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle on Eastex Freeway

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle early Sunday morning on the 11800 block of Eastex Freeway. https://youtu.be/xHtiuFUtCVQ The incident occurred around 1 a.m. when a 37-year-old male driver traveling southbound in the inside lane reported seeing a pedestrian attempting to cross the road from east to west. The driver was unable to avoid the pedestrian, who made contact with the side of the vehicle. The driver immediately stopped on an overpass that was not pedestrian-accessible, remained at the scene, and cooperated with authorities. The pedestrian, an approximately 64-year-old Black male, was pronounced deceased at the scene. A hospital band on his arm suggested he may have recently been discharged, though details about his origins or destination...
Man fatally shot during altercation at Airport Crossing Apartment complex
Houston

Man fatally shot during altercation at Airport Crossing Apartment complex

HOUSTON, TX – A man was fatally shot following a disturbance in the parking lot of the Airport Crossing Apartment complex, located in the 8100 block of West Airport, on Saturday night. https://youtu.be/X9ZsoMVY0K0 The shooting occurred around 10 p.m. According to police, the altercation involved two adult males. One male shot the other multiple times, and the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. The suspect fled the scene on foot. Police are reviewing surveillance footage from the area to obtain a suspect description. Homicide investigators are actively working the case. No description of the victim or suspect is available at this time. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Man shot after disturbance outside Houston convenience store
Houston

Man shot after disturbance outside Houston convenience store

HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot multiple times following a disturbance outside a convenience store late Saturday night in the 8000 block of West Tidwell. https://youtu.be/FsOmxM2db4E The incident occurred around 11:15 p.m. According to police, the victim and his girlfriend had an altercation with a group of males at a convenience store. The group followed the couple to their apartment complex, where the altercation escalated. One of the males produced a handgun and shot the victim multiple times in the abdomen. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he is reported to be in stable condition. No suspect information is available at this time. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Man fatally shot on Willow Beach in Houston
Houston

Man fatally shot on Willow Beach in Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A man was fatally shot Saturday evening in the 4400 block of Willow Beach. The incident occurred around 6:45 p.m. https://youtu.be/pAHx1Gyr6gg The Houston Police Department's Homicide Division s investigating and we will update you as soon as more information becomes available. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Deputy discovers fatally wounded man near his home outside Tomball
Harris County

Deputy discovers fatally wounded man near his home outside Tomball

HOUSTON, TX – Around 12:30 a.m. Saturday, a Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy discovered a man with an apparent gunshot wound near his home in a trailer park neighborhood in the 15600 block of S Champagne Circle outside Tomball. https://youtu.be/sp-7c88R-RE According to investigators, the deputy was arriving home when he encountered the injured man asking for help. Shortly after making contact, the man lost consciousness. EMS responded to the scene, but the man was pronounced deceased. Investigators are interviewing witnesses and surveying the area to determine what led to the shooting. Another witness, who may know the deceased, also arrived at the scene and is being questioned. The identity of the man and his connection to the area remain unconfirmed. If you have any in...
Life Flight called after 18-wheeler rolled over on  on US-90
Harris County

Life Flight called after 18-wheeler rolled over on on US-90

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, Harris County Sheriff’s Office units responded to a major crash involving an 18-wheeler rollover in the 17500 block of US-90. Life Flight was called and all eastbound main lanes of US-90 were temporarily closed. Traffic was diverted through the grass to the westbound side of the roadway at the beginning of the investigation. The condition of the driver remains unknown at this time. If you have any information about this crash, you are urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
TikTok to seek Supreme Court injunction after federal court upholds ban
Breaking News

TikTok to seek Supreme Court injunction after federal court upholds ban

TikTok has announced plans to seek an injunction against the federal court’s ruling upholding a law banning the platform, calling the decision unconstitutional. According to an email from Kim Farrell, Global Head of Creators, the platform strongly disagrees with the court’s decision and intends to prevent the ban from taking effect until the U.S. Supreme Court has an opportunity to review the matter. The company argues that the ban violates the First Amendment rights of its 170 million American users. Farrell expressed confidence that the Supreme Court will uphold the constitutional right to free speech, citing its historical record of protecting such freedoms. “We will continue to fight for our community and are confident we will build a safe, secure, and innovative platform,” F...