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Driver shot during exchange of gunfire in west Harris County road rage incident

6Sep

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Harris County

Driver shot during exchange of gunfire in west Harris County road rage incident

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A shooting occurred after a minor fender bender involving a passenger car and a box truck near Clay Road and Greenhouse around 1:40 a.m. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the drivers pulled into a parking lot, where a firearm was displayed and shots were exchanged. Investigators have video footage showing both occupants of the passenger car and the box truck discharging firearms. https://youtu.be/MwE54guYLq0 According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, a patrol deputy then observed a vehicle run a red light and conducted a traffic stop. The driver was found to have sustained a gunshot wound and was transported to a local hospital in stable condition. All individuals involved have been detained for further investigation and possible charges....

HPD: Woman shot by father during disturbance in Missouri City

6Sep

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Houston

HPD: Woman shot by father during disturbance in Missouri City

MISSOURI CITY, TX – Houston Police responded to a shooting in the 15900 block of Gatebriar Drive around 11:19 p.m. Friday night https://youtu.be/GFqYK6HVrMM According to police, an adult female was shot by her father during a disturbance. She was transported to the hospital, where she is reported to be in stable condition. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Atascocita Fire Department hosts multi-agency swift water rescue training on Lake Houston

4Sep

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Harris County

Atascocita Fire Department hosts multi-agency swift water rescue training on Lake Houston

ATASCOCITA, TX – The Atascocita Fire Department hosted a joint swift water rescue training exercise today on Lake Houston, bringing together multiple agencies to prepare for flood-related emergencies. https://youtu.be/Thq_3KKgQuo The training focused on scenarios involving victims stranded in floodwaters, including rescues of individuals trapped on top of vehicles and rooftops. Crews practiced low head dam operations, re-flipping rescue boats in the event of capsizing, and retrieving victims safely from boats. Motorized boats, including banana boats and rigid inflatable boats, were used in the exercises. Division Chief of Training Chad Donnally stated that swift water rescues are high-risk but low-frequency events and that the exercises are part of an annual training cycle that ...

3Sep

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Houston

Smoke reported on plane at IAH

HOUSTON, TX – A smoke investigation was conducted at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) after a report of smoke on board a plane Wednesday afternoon. The Houston Fire Department responded to the scene but the cause of the smoke is unknown at this time, and no injuries have been reported. More information will follow if it becomes available.

Massive seizure of cartel drug chemicals announced in Houston

3Sep

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Houston, National

Massive seizure of cartel drug chemicals announced in Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Federal officials announced the seizure of two shipments of precursor chemicals intended for the Sinaloa Cartel, calling it the largest such interdiction in U.S. history. https://youtu.be/TnUZk-br5d4 According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the shipments originated in Shanghai, China, and were intercepted on the high seas before reaching Mexico. The chemicals – 363,000 pounds of benzyl alcohol and 334,000 pounds of N-methylformamide – could have produced an estimated 420,000 pounds of methamphetamine. Authorities said the street value would have reached $569 million in Houston and even higher in northeastern markets such as New York City. Officials stated the seizure involved 1,300 barrels of chemicals, requiring 24 tracto...

Suspect arrested and charged in killing of 11-year-old Julian Guzman who was playing ding dong ditch

2Sep

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Houston, National

Suspect arrested and charged in killing of 11-year-old Julian Guzman who was playing ding dong ditch

HOUSTON, TX – Charges have been filed against a suspect arrested in the fatal shooting of 11-year-old Julian Guzman in the 9700 block of Racine Street about 10:55 p.m. on Aug. 30. https://youtu.be/kVhA5y3NFgY The suspect, Gonzalo Leon Jr., is charged with murder in the 177th Criminal District Court. He was taken into custody Sept. 2 by members of HPD's Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Detail and Criminal Apprehension Team (CAT). According to the Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division, Guzman was playing a prank commonly known as ding dong ditch, where kids ring doorbells and run away. A witness stated Guzman was running from a house just before being shot once. He was transported to an area hospital and pronounced deceased on Aug. 31. Officers initially detained o...

Skeletal remains found in wooded area off Bissonnet

1Sep

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Houston

Skeletal remains found in wooded area off Bissonnet

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are investigating after skeletal remains were found in a wooded area off the 12800 block of Bissonnet. https://youtu.be/UHiyL_grLYo The discovery was made a little after 2:30 p.m. when a male in the area located what he believed to be human remains. Responding Westside patrol officers confirmed the remains appeared to be skeletal. According to police, at least two parts of a skull were visible. Investigators believe the remains are from one adult, but the gender, age, and cause of death are unknown at this time. Officers noted it appeared there had been a homeless camp in the area at some point. The Harris County Medical Examiner’s Office is expected to conduct an autopsy to determine more details. It is not known if foul play is involved. I...

Shooting at Oakmoor Apartments in south Houston leaves man dead

1Sep

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Houston

Shooting at Oakmoor Apartments in south Houston leaves man dead

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred late Monday morning at the Oakmoor Apartments in south Houston. https://youtu.be/Gi54P8JbNjI The shooting was reported around 11:54 a.m. in the 11900 block of Oakmoor Parkway. According to investigators, a suspect banged on the victim’s apartment door, leading to a fight that spilled into the parking lot. During the altercation, shots were fired, and a man in his early 20s was struck and pronounced deceased at the scene. Some social media outlets are reporting that the victim was Luhbird, an affiliate of Sauce Walka’s TSF. However, Houston Police have not confirmed this information. Police said no weapon was recovered from the victim, and fewer than 10 shots were fired. A woman inside the apartment...

Two pedestrians shot after argument with scooter riders near Toyota Center

31Aug

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Houston

Two pedestrians shot after argument with scooter riders near Toyota Center

HOUSTON, TX – Two pedestrians were shot after an argument with a group of scooter riders across the street from the Toyota Center. https://youtube.com/shorts/bUdG3TOhTq0?feature=share The shooting happened when four individuals on scooters got into a verbal argument with pedestrians. The suspects opened fire, striking a male and female in their early 20s. A third pedestrian was not struck. Houston Fire Department crews transported both victims to the hospital, where they remain in stable condition. A round may have struck a nearby hotel, but no one inside was injured. Officials said there should be clear video evidence from downtown cameras in the area.

Teen fatally shot during large party in east Harris County

31Aug

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Harris County

Teen fatally shot during large party in east Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A 17-year-old male was fatally shot during a large outdoor party in east Harris County. https://youtu.be/F-0lzktt8DI The shooting occurred around 11:15 p.m. on August 30 in the 14700 block of Waldine. Deputies arrived to find remnants of a gathering of about 200 people, most of whom fled the location when law enforcement arrived. According to investigators, the victim was approached by several individuals at the party. An altercation took place, and he was shot during the confrontation. Deputies believe the victim was specifically targeted. The suspects are described as three to four Hispanic males in their late teens to early 20s. Deputies said the party was an open-air event with a live band, charging admission and serving drinks, though it was not im...