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Woman found dead with multiple gunshot wounds by boyfriend
Harris County

Woman found dead with multiple gunshot wounds by boyfriend

HARRIS COUNTY, TX - A woman was found deceased in a home with multiple gunshot wounds by her boyfriend. She was found around 10:30 p.m. at a home in the 14900 block of Beechmor. https://youtu.be/6cb3yYe8YbQ According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, her boyfriend went to go check on her after she was not seen in a couple of days and found her. When he arrived, he found the door was kicked in. She is described as a black female in her 40's. Police believe at this time that this was an isolated incident and there is no threat to the surrounding community. If you have any information about the shooting, you are urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff's Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Woman Fatally Shot During Altercation Involving Estranged Husband and Boyfriend
Harris County

Woman Fatally Shot During Altercation Involving Estranged Husband and Boyfriend

HARRIS COUNTY, TX - A woman was found with multiple gunshot wounds by deputies at a home in east Harris County following an altercation between her, her boyfriend and estranged husband. https://youtu.be/394_cHzvNug The shooting occurred in the 2000 block of Perry in Baytown, Texas. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the victim, described as a 34-year-old black female was at a residence with her boyfriend when her estranged husband showed up. An altercation broke out and shots were fired and the female was struck. She was pronounced deceased at the scene. The boyfriend stayed at the scene but police say the estranged husband fled the scene so they want to talk to him. If you have any information about the shooting you are urged to contact the Harris Count...
Teen shot during drive-by in North Houston
Houston

Teen shot during drive-by in North Houston

HOUSTON, TX - The Houston Police Department is investigating after a 16 year old was shot in a drive-by walking on the sidewalk in north Houston. The shooting took place Wednesday evening in the 11700 block of Airline. According to police, the suspects may have fled in a black sedan. The teen was transported to the hospital by private vehicle and is said to be in stable condition. If you have any information about the shooting you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Two Houston firefighters electrocuted while extinguishing a fire in Houston’s Fifth Ward
Houston

Two Houston firefighters electrocuted while extinguishing a fire in Houston’s Fifth Ward

HOUSTON, TX - Two Houston firefighters were transported to a local hospital after being electrocuted while extinguishing a fire in Houston's Fifth Ward. The Houston Fire Department was first called to the 2600 block of Jensen around 3:45 a.m. Sunday morning. https://youtu.be/a6GB7Xdk3cU According to the Houston Fire Department, firefighters arrived and found a 1-story commercial building on fire and made an offensive attack. The roof was ventilated and a primary search was conducted. A power line that was attached to the building was arching and CenterPoint was notified to secure the power. At one point, a live wire fell out of the drop-down ceiling and energized the floor area that had water. Two firefighters came into contact with the energized water and were transporte...
Murder-suicide investigation underway after two found dead in Rice University dorm room
Houston

Murder-suicide investigation underway after two found dead in Rice University dorm room

HOUSTON, TX - Both the Rice University Police Department and the Houston Police Department are investigating a murder-suicide that took place in a dorm room Tuesday afternoon. https://youtu.be/wJUFYZwZ9mc According to Rice University President, Reginald DesRoches, a female student Andrea Rodriguez Avila in her junior year, was found deceased in her room at Jones College, a residence hall. A second victim, a male who is said not to be a student was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. There were no signs of forced entry, and it is believed both Andrea and the suspect were in a dating relationship. According to the Rice University Police Chief, they checked on Andrea after a family member did not hear from her and asked for a welfare check. Around 4:30 p.m., they made e...
Man shot on Kirk Street in Fifth Ward dies at hospital
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Man shot on Kirk Street in Fifth Ward dies at hospital

HOUSTON, TX - A man was found shot in Houston's Fifth Ward Tuesday afternoon. https://youtu.be/4aMdrz0O5yE The shooting occurred around 2 p.m. in the 2300 block of Kirk Street. According to the Houston Police Department, the man was transported in critical condition to the hospital and was pronounced deceased. Homicide and Crime Scene Units are now on the scene investigating. This is a developing story, and we will update this story as soon as we receive more information. If you have any information about the shooting, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
First responders called after man in distress climbed on top of an apartment roof in NW Houston
Houston

First responders called after man in distress climbed on top of an apartment roof in NW Houston

HOUSTON, TX - A man decided to climb on an apartment complex roof Monday morning and refused to come down. It was captured on the Citizen app. The Houston Fire Department and the Houston Police Department were both called to the Somerset Apartments located on Tidwell around 10:30 a.m. After about an hour and a half of talking to first responders, the man finally came down on his own free will onto a balcony and entered an apartment residence. At this time it is not known why he climbed on the roof in the first place. You can watch the full video on the Citizen app, including the moment he climbed down.
Cyclist fatally struck by car on FM 1960
Harris County

Cyclist fatally struck by car on FM 1960

HARRIS COUNTY, TX - A cyclist was fatally struck by a car this morning. https://youtu.be/1wwFap0_cjc The accident occurred around 4:50 a.m. in the 8900 block of FM 1960 Rd W. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the driver of a Honda Accord was traveling eastbound on FM 1960 when he struck the cyclist from the rear. The impact caused the cyclist to separate from his bicycle, hit the car's windshield before landing on the roadway. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver remained on the scene was determined not to be intoxicated.
Man fatally shot in apartment complex parking lot
Harris County

Man fatally shot in apartment complex parking lot

HARRIS COUNTY, TX - A shooting in a parking lot of an apartment complex left one man dead. https://youtu.be/Jdly1u34si0 The shooting occurred at the Cozumel Apartments located at 6403 Sierra Blanca in west Harris County. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, deputies originally responded to a report of an auto vs pedestrian accident at the complex. When they arrived they found a man about 40 years old who had sustained gunshot wounds. He was pronounced deceased on scene by EMS. At this time, it is not known what led up to the shooting but several witnesses told deputies that two black males wearing all dark clothing were running from the vehicle the victim was in. If you have any information about the shooting or the suspects you are urged to contact the Har...
Constables with Pct. 4 respond to a shooting on FM 1960
Harris County

Constables with Pct. 4 respond to a shooting on FM 1960

HARRIS COUNTY, TX - A shooting occurred in 3200 block of FM 1960 around 11:00 p.m. https://youtu.be/-O51eCvfOiE It is not known at this time what led up to the shooting or if anyone was struck, but several evidence markers were spotted on the ground directly in front of "The Dance Studio".