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Man fatally stabbed by stepfather in northeast Houston
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Man fatally stabbed by stepfather in northeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A man was fatally stabbed by his stepfather during a domestic disturbance in northeast Houston early Sunday morning. Two Houston Police Department officers were also injured in a separate crash while responding to the scene. https://youtu.be/YMx7lqBHAus The stabbing occurred around midnight in the 7300 block of Bigwood. According to police, officers arrived to find a man in his late 30s with multiple stab wounds to the chest. The suspect, identified as the victim’s stepfather, a man in his mid-50s, was still at the location when officers arrived. Preliminary information suggests the incident began as a disturbance between family members. The two were briefly separated before re-engaging in a confrontation, during which the stabbing occurred. The victim was trans...
Wrecker driver helps HPD officers escape burning patrol car after crash in northeast Houston
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Wrecker driver helps HPD officers escape burning patrol car after crash in northeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A wrecker driver helped two Houston Police Department officers escape their burning patrol vehicle following a crash in northeast Houston. https://youtu.be/4Ep6fi-v4lg The incident occurred just after midnight in the 6700 block of Homestead. According to police, the officers were traveling northbound to assist other officers at a fatal stabbing scene in the 7300 block of Bigwood, where the suspect was still on scene. Investigators believe the officers' vehicle was struck by another vehicle possibly exiting a nearby parking lot or side street. Moments later, the patrol unit caught fire. A wrecker driver who arrived quickly at the scene helped the officers out of the burning vehicle and brought them to safety. Both officers, who have each served approximately o...
Houston Police raid after-hours club in north Houston
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Houston Police raid after-hours club in north Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A club operating illegally in the 400 block of W Parker was raided early Saturday morning, leading to multiple arrests and the discovery of several violations. https://youtu.be/COcRQ1pCgeU The incident occurred around 3 a.m. Officers discovered evidence of cocaine use, alcohol sales after legal hours, hookah sales, firearms, and other illicit activities inside the establishment. Approximately 65 to 70 people were found inside the club, which was described as a small, confined space lacking sprinklers, fire exits, or proper city permits. About 10 arrests will be made, including members of the club management and a security guard. You can watch the full update from Mayor Whitmire and Houston Police Chief Diaz below. The update goes more in depth about what was ...
Man possibly shot during drive-by on Green Street
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Man possibly shot during drive-by on Green Street

HOUSTON, TX – A man was possibly shot during a drive-by in the 3300 block of Green Street early Saturday morning. https://youtu.be/fx27k3XPMmY The incident occurred around 2:00 a.m. The victim's condition is currently unknown, and the circumstances have not been confirmed. This information is preliminary and may change as more details become available.
Grandmother stabbed to death by grandson at apartment in southeast Houston
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Grandmother stabbed to death by grandson at apartment in southeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A woman was fatally stabbed by her grandson during a disturbance at an apartment in the 7000 block of W Bellfort early Saturday morning. https://youtu.be/GTagLr1slFc The incident occurred around 2:15 a.m. According to preliminary information from HPD, the grandmother called 911 after her grandson began physically fighting with her. When officers arrived, the grandson reportedly began fighting with them as well. The woman, believed to be in her mid-60s, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The suspect, her 25-year-old grandson, is believed to suffer from schizophrenia and may have been off his medication at the time. HPD's Homicide Division is investigating. This information is preliminary and may change as the investigation continues. If you have any informa...
Arson suspected in fire at vacant home on Bigelow Street
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Arson suspected in fire at vacant home on Bigelow Street

HOUSTON, TX – Arson is suspected in a fire that occurred early Saturday morning at a vacant residence in the 1200 block of Bigelow Street. https://youtu.be/2PFulE-vY_w HFD responded to the scene around 12:47 a.m. and confirmed that the home had no power and was unoccupied at the time of the fire. According to HFD, they believe someone may have thrown a rock and intentionally set the fire. The homeowner reportedly lives next door. No injuries were reported. HFD Arson is investigating the incident.
Man pronounced deceased following rollover crash on US 90 near Mercury
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Man pronounced deceased following rollover crash on US 90 near Mercury

HOUSTON, TX – A fatal rollover crash occurred on US 90 in the inbound lanes near Mercury Drive Friday night. https://youtu.be/nKvDq0deuDc The incident was reported at approximately 8:07 p.m. when Northeast patrol officers were dispatched to a one-vehicle accident. Upon arrival, officers and Houston Fire Department personnel located an overturned vehicle off the roadway. One adult male was found at the scene and pronounced deceased. The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Caught on dashcam: Driver chases truck after being rear-ended on Wallisville near Oates
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Caught on dashcam: Driver chases truck after being rear-ended on Wallisville near Oates

HOUSTON, TX – A hit-and-run was captured on dashcam around 9:50 p.m. Friday night on Wallisville Road near Oates Road in east Houston. https://youtube.com/shorts/Cw92Edk3Bf0?feature=share Dashcam footage shows a truck that was already sitting at the light move forward and rear-end another vehicle. The truck then reversed and fled the scene, heading north on Oates Road. The driver of the struck vehicle got back into his car and pursued the fleeing truck. The final outcome of the chase is unknown at this time.
Video shows vehicle fully engulfed in flames following fatal crash on Westheimer, witness says bystanders tried to help
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Video shows vehicle fully engulfed in flames following fatal crash on Westheimer, witness says bystanders tried to help

HOUSTON, TX – A fiery crash claimed the life of a driver who fled from officers attempting a traffic stop on Westheimer Road just before 9:30 p.m. Sunday night. https://youtube.com/shorts/JCD8paKhVM0?feature=share The video above shows the suspect’s vehicle fully engulfed in flames near the intersection of Westheimer and Fondren. According to a witness who shared the footage, “Nasty fatal crash, everyone that was around ran to it. Did everything they could to help everyone and the guy inside the car. Unfortunately, he died burning alive.” The incident began near 8821 Westheimer Road when officers with Memorial Village Police Department attempted to stop a vehicle for having no tail lights. The driver did not stop, and officers did not initiate a pursuit. Later that evening, o...
Felony assault suspect taken into custody after standoff at Hycohen Residency Apartments
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Felony assault suspect taken into custody after standoff at Hycohen Residency Apartments

HOUSTON, TX – A male suspect was taken into custody early Saturday morning following a disturbance call and short standoff at the Hycohen Residency Apartments located at 13511 Hycohen. https://youtu.be/VrhyiG7vG1A Officers responded around 3 a.m. to a disturbance involving a male and female. Upon arrival, they made contact with the female, who was determined to be the victim of an assault. The man and woman are believed to have been in a former dating relationship. Felony assault charges were accepted by the Harris County District Attorney’s Office. Officers attempted to contact the suspect, who was believed to be inside the apartment, but he refused to comply. The area was secured, and officers made entry into the apartment around 6 a.m. The suspect was taken into custody wi...