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Houston Police Investigating Fatal Crash on North Freeway Service Road
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Houston Police Investigating Fatal Crash on North Freeway Service Road

HOUSTON, Texas, Oct. 1, 2023 - Houston police are currently investigating a fatal crash that occurred at approximately 4:20 a.m. on Sunday on the 11700 block of the North Freeway (North Interstate Highway 45) service road. The identity of the deceased 24-year-old female is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. The woman was driving a white Ford F-150 pickup truck northbound on the service road. For reasons yet unknown, she lost control of the vehicle, veered off the road, and collided with a power pole. Houston Fire Department paramedics arrived at the scene and pronounced the woman deceased. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Scooter Rider Struck and Killed by 18-Wheeler in Downtown
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Scooter Rider Struck and Killed by 18-Wheeler in Downtown

September 22, 2023 - Houston Police say a woman was fatally struck by an 18-wheeler truck near the intersection of Travis and Franklin. Officers were dispatched to the scene following a report that a person had been hit by a vehicle. Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of an adult female, who was pronounced dead at the scene. Preliminary information indicates that the deceased woman was either riding or standing next to an electric scooter at the time of the accident. The incident occurred as an 18-wheeler truck drove down Franklin Street, striking the woman. The impact may have been from the rear wheels of the truck. Police say there is a chance the 18-wheeler driver did not feel the impact. If you have any information regarding the accident or the truck, you are urged to contact ...
Video: Scooter Rider Struck and Killed by 18-Wheeler in Downtown
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Video: Scooter Rider Struck and Killed by 18-Wheeler in Downtown

September 22, 2023 - Houston Police say a woman was fatally struck by an 18-wheeler truck near the intersection of Travis and Franklin. Officers were dispatched to the scene following a report that a person had been hit by a vehicle. Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of an adult female, who was pronounced dead at the scene. Preliminary information indicates that the deceased woman was either riding or standing next to an electric scooter at the time of the accident. The incident occurred as an 18-wheeler truck drove down Franklin Street, striking the woman. The impact may have been from the rear wheels of the truck. Police say there is a chance the 18-wheeler driver did not feel the impact. If you have any information regarding the accident or the truck, you are urged to contact ...
Two Injured in Drive-By Shooting, Additional Crash Reported Houston House Party
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Two Injured in Drive-By Shooting, Additional Crash Reported Houston House Party

HOUSTON, TEXAS, Sept. 22, 2023 – A chaotic scene unfolded at a southeast Houston house party early Sunday morning, where a drive-by shooting left a man and a woman injured and a separate vehicle crash occurred, according to the Houston Police Department. The shooting took place at approximately 12:15 a.m. in the 1200 block of Vera Lou Street. Unknown suspects in a vehicle opened fire on a crowd at the house party and then fled the scene. Shortly thereafter, officers initiated a chase involving a suspicious vehicle, which ended in a crash. Two men were taken into custody. Authorities are working to determine if these suspects were involved in the earlier shooting. Separately, another crash occurred at the house party when a partygoer attempted to leave the scene. Preliminary investigation...
Video: Two Injured in Drive-By Shooting, Additional Crash Reported Houston House Party
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Video: Two Injured in Drive-By Shooting, Additional Crash Reported Houston House Party

HOUSTON, TEXAS, Sept. 22, 2023 – A chaotic scene unfolded at a southeast Houston house party early Sunday morning, where a drive-by shooting left a man and a woman injured and a separate vehicle crash occurred, according to the Houston Police Department. The shooting took place at approximately 12:15 a.m. in the 1200 block of Vera Lou Street. Unknown suspects in a vehicle opened fire on a crowd at the house party and then fled the scene. Shortly thereafter, officers initiated a chase involving a suspicious vehicle, which ended in a crash. Two men were taken into custody. Authorities are working to determine if these suspects were involved in the earlier shooting. Separately, another crash occurred at the house party when a partygoer attempted to leave the scene. Preliminary investigation...
Video: Woman Detained After Another Driver Finds Her Passed Out At Intersection In Atascocita
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Video: Woman Detained After Another Driver Finds Her Passed Out At Intersection In Atascocita

HOUSTON, TEXAS, September 17, 2023 - A female driver was detained following a field sobriety test conducted at the intersection of 10800 Will Clayton and 3700 Atascocita Road. The authorities were alerted to the situation when the driver was found passed out at the intersection. Following the discovery, a field sobriety test was administered on-site, resulting in her arrest. As of now, details surrounding the incident remain limited. It is unclear whether the driver faces charges or what circumstances led to her being passed out at the wheel. Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office Department is investigating.
Woman Detained After Another Driver Finds Her Passed Out At Intersection In Atascocita
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Woman Detained After Another Driver Finds Her Passed Out At Intersection In Atascocita

HOUSTON, TEXAS, September 17, 2023 - A female driver was detained following a field sobriety test conducted at the intersection of 10800 Will Clayton and 3700 Atascocita Road. The authorities were alerted to the situation when the driver was found passed out at the intersection. Following the discovery, a field sobriety test was administered on-site, resulting in her arrest. As of now, details surrounding the incident remain limited. It is unclear whether the driver faces charges or what circumstances led to her being passed out at the wheel. Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office Department is investigating.
Houston Police Department Investigating Fatal Shooting at Driscoll Place Apartments
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Houston Police Department Investigating Fatal Shooting at Driscoll Place Apartments

HOUSTON, TEXAS, September 16, 2023 - Early on Saturday morning, the Houston Police Department initiated an investigation into a fatal shooting incident that occurred at 1333 Gears Road around 4:10 a.m. Upon arrival at an apartment complex at the mentioned address, officers found an unresponsive male suffering from a gunshot wound. The Houston Fire Department paramedics quickly transported the victim to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The identity of the victim remains undisclosed, as verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is pending. As of the most recent update on the case, there are no known motives or suspects identified. The Houston Police Department is actively seeking information that might help in solving this case. Community members wit...