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Motorcyclist airlifted after crash with car on Kingfield Road
Harris County, Houston

Motorcyclist airlifted after crash with car on Kingfield Road

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash involving a motorcycle and a car that left two men injured in the 15500 block of Kingfield Road. https://youtu.be/9u5Rmj6zp5s Deputies stated that the motorcycle was traveling eastbound when it struck a westbound car attempting to turn into a private property parking lot. The motorcyclist, a man in his mid-20s, was transported by Life Flight to Memorial Hermann Hospital in downtown Houston. The driver of the vehicle, a man in his early 20s, was taken by ground ambulance to HCA Northwest. Both were reported to be in stable condition.
Armed driver dies following crash and officer-involved shooting at CityScape Apartments
Houston

Armed driver dies following crash and officer-involved shooting at CityScape Apartments

HOUSTON, TX – A man was fatally shot by police after reportedly pointing a firearm at a woman in the parking lot of a southeast Houston apartment complex. https://youtu.be/ahAVZZ-QMyk The incident occurred around 1:41 a.m. when a woman inside her residence heard a noise and believed her parked vehicle outside had been hit. When she went outside to inspect it, she observed a man standing near her vehicle, pointing a gun at her. She retreated inside and called police. According to the Houston Police Department, responding officers located a tan Suburban with its flashers on near the complex entrance. Officers gave verbal commands to the driver, and three officers discharged their weapons, striking the man. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. The man, believed to be in his ...
Good Samaritans rescue man from overturned truck near Eastex Freeway
Houston

Good Samaritans rescue man from overturned truck near Eastex Freeway

HOUSTON, TX – Some good Samaritans helped rescue a man trapped inside a truck after it flipped into a ditch Saturday night. The crash occurred just before 9 p.m. on Little York near the Eastex Freeway, directly in front of a Chipotle restaurant. Bystanders rushed to assist and were able to pull the man from the overturned vehicle before emergency crews arrived.
Firefighters respond to fire at FCC Environmental Services facility in Houston
Houston

Firefighters respond to fire at FCC Environmental Services facility in Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A fire broke out early this morning at FCC Environmental Services, located on Ley Road in northeast Houston. https://youtu.be/GTacPBKwoeg The company provides waste management and recycling services, including residential trash collection and environmental waste solutions. Details are still unknown about what led up to the fire. Smoke was seen coming from the building as Houston Fire Department crews worked to contain the blaze. A woman who appeared to be acting on behalf of the company declined to provide any information about the situation when asked. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
Firefighters battled massive two-alarm warehouse fire overnight in Houston
Houston

Firefighters battled massive two-alarm warehouse fire overnight in Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Firefighters battled a massive two-alarm warehouse fire overnight in the 8800 block of Liberty Road. https://youtu.be/3nz9zz2S0X0 The fire broke out just before 3 a.m. at a facility used to store tires. Crews with the Houston Fire Department arrived to find heavy flames and upgraded the response to a second alarm. No injuries were reported. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
Bicyclist struck and killed by vehicle in east Houston
Houston

Bicyclist struck and killed by vehicle in east Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A bicyclist was killed after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Market Street and North Wayside Drive in east Houston. https://youtu.be/42T8K2h7NSQ According to police, the bicyclist was riding westbound on Market Street as a vehicle traveled northbound on North Wayside Drive with a green light. The driver reportedly did not see the bicyclist until it was too late. Video evidence confirmed that only one vehicle was involved in the crash, and there were no signs of impairment or intoxication from the driver. The victim is described as a Hispanic male, possibly in his mid-40s.
Car crashes through leasing office at Evolve Champions Apartments, ends up in pool area
Harris County, Houston

Car crashes through leasing office at Evolve Champions Apartments, ends up in pool area

HOUSTON, TX – A vehicle crashed into an apartment complex in north Houston, striking the leasing office before coming to a stop in the pool area. https://youtu.be/NYx82UmEfGQ The incident occurred at the Evolve Champions apartment complex located at 14919 T C Jester Boulevard. The circumstances leading up to the crash are currently unclear. It is unknown at this time if anyone was injured. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
Mother charged after infant drowns in bathtub; court records reveal allegations of neglect and request to cover up details
Houston

Mother charged after infant drowns in bathtub; court records reveal allegations of neglect and request to cover up details

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A 30-year-old Harris County mother has been arrested and charged in connection with the drowning death of her infant daughter after allegedly leaving the child unattended in a bathtub. https://youtu.be/4JPtlB-G_Os Leah Rebekah Hernandez, born January 14, 1995, was taken into custody and charged with Injury to a Child – Reckless, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office and newly filed court documents. The charge stems from an incident that occurred on August 24, 2024, at Hernandez’s home in the 7500 block of Welsh Stone Lane. Deputies responded to a call regarding a child who had drowned. The 11-month-old girl, identified as A.H. in court documents, was transported to Memorial Hermann Hospital and pronounced deceased at 7:40 p.m. Court records state...
Investigation underway after fatal crash in southeast Houston
Houston

Investigation underway after fatal crash in southeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A fatal crash is under investigation in the southeast area of Houston, according to the Houston Police Department. https://youtu.be/e3E_5mUlY1k The crash occurred in the 3500 block of Corder Street. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
Woman killed after crashing into Mico’s Hot Chicken building on North Durham
Houston

Woman killed after crashing into Mico’s Hot Chicken building on North Durham

HOUSTON, TX – A woman was pronounced deceased after crashing her vehicle into the Mico’s Hot Chicken building along North Durham Drive early Tuesday morning. https://youtu.be/lKW8EqH1gFA The crash occurred just after 1 a.m. in the 1600 block of North Durham Drive. According to police, the vehicle was traveling southbound when it struck a curb, left the roadway, and continued for some distance before hitting the building. The woman was the only person in the vehicle and was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Investigators believe speed was a factor. It is unknown at this time whether alcohol played a role. The investigation is ongoing.