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Driver Killed After Camaro Catches Fire Following Crash on Eastex Freeway Feeder Near Lauder

8Jul

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Harris County, Houston

Driver Killed After Camaro Catches Fire Following Crash on Eastex Freeway Feeder Near Lauder

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A driver was killed early Wednesday morning after a single-vehicle crash on the Eastex Freeway feeder road near Lauder that caused the vehicle to catch fire, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. Deputy Anderson with the Harris County Sheriff's Office Vehicular Crimes Division said deputies from the District 2 Patrol Division responded at approximately 1:38 a.m. to the crash scene. According to investigators, roadway evidence indicates the driver failed to maintain a single lane of traffic, causing the vehicle to strike a light pole before catching fire. The driver, who was the sole occupant of a yellow Chevrolet Camaro, was unable to escape the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene. No other passengers or vehicles were involved in t...

Galena Park mayor, city officials respond to flooding after storms

8Jul

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Harris County

Galena Park mayor, city officials respond to flooding after storms

GALENA PARK, Texas — Galena Park Mayor Oscar Mireles, along with city officials and workers, responded to flooding at multiple locations following last night's storms. According to Mireles, flooding at the entrance of The Manor subdivision is a recurring drainage issue that occurs when the area receives rainfall. City crews deployed pumps to help remove the standing water instead of allowing it to drain naturally. Mireles said the city's police chief, fire chief, and other workers assisted with the response and expected the area to be cleared within about 30 minutes. The mayor said the water did not reach any homes, no residents were evacuated, and everyone in the neighborhood was safe. Mireles also said Panther Creek experienced flooding during the storms but that crews ha...

Officer Injured During Foot Chase After Pursuit Ends in Crash; Multiple People Detained

7Jul

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Houston

Officer Injured During Foot Chase After Pursuit Ends in Crash; Multiple People Detained

HOUSTON, TX - Multiple people were detained following a police pursuit that began near Interstate 10 and Lockwood Drive and ended when the suspect vehicle crashed on Turning Basin Drive near Interstate 610. After the crash, at least one suspect fled on foot, leading officers on a foot chase. During the foot pursuit, one officer injured his knee and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The extent of the officer's injury has not been released. Multiple individuals were detained in connection with the incident. Authorities have not released additional information regarding the suspects or what led to the pursuit. The investigation remains ongoing. https://youtube.com/shorts/WFgWSjFqh2Y?feature=share

Houston police shoot suspected stolen vehicle driver after 25-minute standoff on Westheimer

6Jul

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Houston

Houston police shoot suspected stolen vehicle driver after 25-minute standoff on Westheimer

HOUSTON, TX - Houston Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting after a suspect in a reported stolen vehicle was shot following a nearly 25-minute standoff in the 4100 block of Westheimer. https://youtu.be/Qc-YvcpUVAg According to Houston police, officers located a vehicle reported stolen out of Fort Bend County and repeatedly ordered the driver to exit. Police say the driver refused to comply, and as officers approached, he made a movement that led them to believe he may have been reaching for or displaying a weapon. Investigators have not confirmed whether the suspect was armed. Officers opened fire, and the suspect was transported to a local hospital in stable condition. Three separate investigations are now underway, and HPD says body camera footage will be relea...

Second suspect charged in fatal 2024 shooting of 17-year-old in southwest Houston

6Jul

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Houston

Second suspect charged in fatal 2024 shooting of 17-year-old in southwest Houston

HOUSTON - A second suspect has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old found in southwest Houston in November 2024, according to the Houston Police Department. Police said Timmathy Elijah Jones, 21, has been charged with capital murder in the death of Jose Rodriguez. The charge was filed in the 209th Criminal District Court. A second suspect, Raheim Bushnell Davalos, 21, was previously charged with capital murder in the 182nd Criminal District Court. According to Houston police, officers responded to the 6900 block of Caddo Lake Lane at about 6:40 p.m. on Nov. 30, 2024, and found Rodriguez unresponsive in the street after he had been shot multiple times. Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene. Investigators determ...

Two hospitalized after fire at Deluxe Inn damages about 20 rooms

6Jul

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Houston

Two hospitalized after fire at Deluxe Inn damages about 20 rooms

HOUSTON - Two people were hospitalized after a fire broke out in a first-floor room at the Deluxe Inn overnight, leaving one person in critical condition and displacing occupants from about 20 rooms. https://youtu.be/5qMTzFca06M According to Deputy Chief Bryan Sky-Eagle of the Houston Fire Department, firefighters responded to a first-floor hotel fire and found that the first victim had already self-evacuated from the burning room. The victim suffered major burns and smoke inhalation and was transported to a hospital in critical condition. A second victim, who was staying in the room directly above the fire, also self-evacuated before firefighters arrived. She was transported to a hospital in stable condition with smoke inhalation and burns. Deputy Chief Sky-Eagle said the ho...

Four firefighters injured, 12 families displaced at apartment fire in west Houston

6Jul

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Houston

Four firefighters injured, 12 families displaced at apartment fire in west Houston

HOUSTON - An apartment fire late Sunday night at the Cambridge Place Apartments displaced approximately 12 families and injured four firefighters after flames broke out in a third-floor unit. https://youtu.be/jFkk9f1EK0c According to Deputy Chief Bryan Sky-Eagle of the Houston Fire Department, firefighters responded around 11 p.m. to reports of heavy fire and smoke coming from a third-floor apartment. Crews experienced slight delays reaching the building because the complex is gated and required long hose stretches to establish a water supply. Despite the challenges, firefighters made a quick attack on the fire and brought it under control. No civilian injuries were reported. However, a fire department safety officer was injured and transported to a nearby hospital, while ...

One transported, one detained after possible shooting in South Houston

5Jul

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Houston

One transported, one detained after possible shooting in South Houston

HOUSTON - One person was transported to a hospital and another person was detained after a reported shooting overnight in South Houston. The City of South Houston Police Department and the Houston Fire Department responded to a reported shooting around 2:30 a.m. in the 1300 block of Virginia Street. One person was transported to a local hospital, and another person was detained at the scene. Authorities have not confirmed that anyone was shot, and no additional details have been released regarding what led to the incident or whether any charges have been filed. The investigation remains ongoing. https://youtube.com/shorts/ZxbijVCd_F4?feature=share

Two injured after fireworks dispute escalates into exchange of gunfire in southeast Houston

5Jul

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Houston

Two injured after fireworks dispute escalates into exchange of gunfire in southeast Houston

HOUSTON - Two people were injured after a Fourth of July fireworks dispute escalated into an exchange of gunfire early Sunday morning in southeast Houston. Houston police responded to a shooting call around 1 a.m. in the 6800 block of Winton Street. Officers found an adult woman suffering from a gunshot wound to her lower leg. She was transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and is reported to be in stable condition. An adult man also suffered a gunshot wound to his foot. He transported himself to a nearby hospital and is also in stable condition. According to Houston police, the incident began when neighbors were setting off fireworks in the area and were confronted by people a couple of houses away. A verbal altercation followed before firearms ...

5-year-old dies after being found unresponsive in apartment complex pool on Fourth of July

5Jul

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Houston

5-year-old dies after being found unresponsive in apartment complex pool on Fourth of July

HOUSTON - A 5-year-old child died after being found unresponsive in the swimming pool at the Cortland Wortham Apartments on the Fourth of July, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. Deputies responded to a life-in-danger call at the apartment complex in the 10225 block of Wortham Boulevard, where EMS personnel were already administering CPR to the child. The child was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. Detectives said the child's mother and aunt were at the hospital with him after the incident. Detectives said the mother and aunt were at another part of the pool and were apparently not watching the child at the time he went underwater. Detectives said at least 30 people were at the pool when deputies arrived. Many left before inves...