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Man dies after possibly being hit by car in Houston’s Museum District
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Man dies after possibly being hit by car in Houston’s Museum District

January 20, 2023 - Police say a man was possibly struck by a vehicle and left in the roadway. Police originally responded to a report of a shooting in the 1000 block of Palm near Fannin in Houston's Museum District just before midnight. According to the Houston Police Department, when they arrived, they found a man deceased in the roadway. Officers have not ruled out it was a shooting, but do believe he was possibly struck by a vehicle. That vehicle left the scene. If you have any information about this accident, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Man crashes after leading police on pursuit after intersection takeover in Spring Branch
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Man crashes after leading police on pursuit after intersection takeover in Spring Branch

A man in a dodge challenger crashed into an innocent driver after leading police on a chase after an "intersection takeover" in Spring Branch. According to Sgt. J. Carroll of the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the man led police on a 29-minute chase from Hammerly and Blalock. The suspect then crashed into an innocent driver on Renwick & Jessamine. He was injured during the crash and taken to a local hospital where he was treated for his injuries before being taken to jail. The innocent driver was not injured during the crash.
Video: Fatal accident in Houston’s Museum District
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Video: Fatal accident in Houston’s Museum District

January 20, 2023 - Police say a man was possibly struck by a vehicle and left in the roadway. Police originally responded to a report of a shooting in the 1000 block of Palm near Fannin in Houston's Museum District just before midnight. According to the Houston Police Department, when they arrived, they found a man deceased in the roadway. Officers have not ruled out it was a shooting, but do believe he was possibly struck by a vehicle. That vehicle left the scene. If you have any information about this accident, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Video: HCSO chase ends in southwest Houston
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Video: HCSO chase ends in southwest Houston

A man in a dodge challenger crashed into an innocent driver after leading police on a chase after an "intersection takeover" in Spring Branch. According to Sgt. J. Carroll of the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the man led police on a 29-minute chase from Hammerly and Blalock. The suspect then crashed into an innocent driver on Renwick & Jessamine. He was injured during the crash and taken to a local hospital where he was treated for his injuries before being taken to jail. The innocent driver was not injured during the crash.
Southern Boys Tattoo Shop caught on fire overnight
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Southern Boys Tattoo Shop caught on fire overnight

January 21, 2023 - A popular tattoo shop in east Houston caught on fire overnight. The fire started around 4 a.m. Saturday morning when first responders were dispatched to a report of a fire at the Southern Boys Tattoo Shop located at 13739 East Freeway. At one point, the building was fully engulfed in flames. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time and is under investigation according to the District Chief that was on scene at the time of the fire. We will update you as soon as we hear any more information.
Video: Southern Boys Tattoo Shop caught on fire overnight
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Video: Southern Boys Tattoo Shop caught on fire overnight

January 21, 2023 - A popular tattoo shop in east Houston caught on fire overnight. The fire started around 4 a.m. Saturday morning when first responders were dispatched to a report of a fire at the Southern Boys Tattoo Shop located at 13739 East Freeway. At one point, the building was fully engulfed in flames. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time and is under investigation according to the District Chief that was on scene at the time of the fire. We will update you as soon as we hear any more information.
Suspect charged with murder of man outside of convenience store in southeast Houston almost three years ago
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Suspect charged with murder of man outside of convenience store in southeast Houston almost three years ago

A man is being charged with murder after being suspected of killing a man nearly three years ago outside of a southeast Houston convenience store. Henry McCoy McZeal Mugshot - Courtesy of HPD According to court documents, police responded to a report of a shooting at a convenience store located in the 9200 block of Nathaniel Street at about 7 p.m. on January 30, 2020. Police found two victims. Pedro Ontiveros-Vaca, who police found sitting in his car was pronounced deceased at the scene by paramedics with the Houston Fire Department. The other victim was taken to a local hospital after sustaining a gunshot wound to his leg. After investigating, investigators identified two suspects. The first suspect to be arrested, a 37-year-old man, Henry McCoy McZeal was originally charged with...
Two shot while getting food at taco truck in west Houston, Texas
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Two shot while getting food at taco truck in west Houston, Texas

January 14, 2023 - Two people were shot Saturday night after getting food at a taco truck in west Houston. The shooting occurred just before midnight in the 8300 block of Wilcrest. According to Lt. Leon of the Houston Police Department, police responded to a report of a drive-by shooting that occurred at the location. When they arrived, they found two victims, a male and a female who had been shot. They were both taken to a local hospital for treatment and are expected to survive. According to Lt. Leon, two Hispanic males in a red pickup truck drove by and shot at them. The male victim believes he may have known one of the victims but was not sure at the time.
Video: Two Shot While Getting Food At Taco Truck In West Houston
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Video: Two Shot While Getting Food At Taco Truck In West Houston

January 14, 2023 - Two people were shot Saturday night after getting food at a taco truck in west Houston. The shooting occurred just before midnight in the 8300 block of Wilcrest. According to Lt. Leon of the Houston Police Department, police responded to a report of a drive-by shooting that occurred at the location. When they arrived, they found two victims, a male and a female who had been shot. They were both taken to a local hospital for treatment and are expected to survive. According to Lt. Leon, two Hispanic males in a red pickup truck drove by and shot at them. The male victim believes he may have known one of the victims but was not sure at the time.
50 shots fired, 1 person killed, 4 others shot after multiple gunmen open fire outside club
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50 shots fired, 1 person killed, 4 others shot after multiple gunmen open fire outside club

January 15, 2023 - Just after 2 a.m. in north Houston, partygoers were met with gunfire outside of a club in the parking lot. The incident happened outside of a nightclub on FM 1960 in northwest Harris County. According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, multiple shooters arrived in the club parking lot, and started to open fire on people outside in the parking lot. Both 7.62 rounds and 5.62 rounds were found at the scene. In total, at least fifty casings were recovered. There is no word on what started the incident. According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, multiple people left the scene before police could question them. If you were one of these people that left the scene, or know anything about this case, you are urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff's Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.