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Judge Lina Hidalgo: Tree fell on pipeline during storms and caused crude oil release in Crosby

14Feb

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Harris County

Judge Lina Hidalgo: Tree fell on pipeline during storms and caused crude oil release in Crosby

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A shelter-in-place order has been lifted after a tree fell onto a crude oil pipeline during storms near the 16700 block of Golf Club in the Newport area of Crosby. https://youtu.be/CoODqrCirlY According to Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, the tree struck an Energy Transfer pipeline valve, causing a release of crude oil. Approximately 150 gallons spilled before the valve was shut off. The crude oil did not reach residents or nearby bodies of water and extended about 10 feet from the plant fence line. First responders placed containment booms around the site to prevent the spill from spreading. Residents on one street were briefly placed under a shelter-in-place order as a precaution. Hazmat teams later determined the air was safe to breathe, and the order ...

Man knocks on woman’s door after being shot at The Life at Westpark Apartment Complex

14Feb

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Harris County, Houston

Man knocks on woman’s door after being shot at The Life at Westpark Apartment Complex

HOUSTON, TX – An adult male knocked on a woman’s door for help after being shot around 3 a.m. at The Life at Westpark Apartment Complex in west Houston. https://youtu.be/yIds58ORJWQ The shooting occurred in the 14100 block of Rio Bonito. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, patrol deputies arrived at the scene, rendered aid to the victim, and he was transported to a local hospital. He is currently listed in critical but stable condition. No other information has been released at this time.

Neighbor finds pool of blood leading to discovery of two bodies at Houston House Apartments

13Feb

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Houston

Neighbor finds pool of blood leading to discovery of two bodies at Houston House Apartments

HOUSTON, TX – A man and woman were found deceased from gunshot wounds inside an apartment at the Houston House Apartments in the 1600 block of Fannin Street. https://youtu.be/r6GIvgQz_2o The incident was reported shortly before 10 p.m. when a neighbor returned home and noticed a pool of blood outside a nearby unit. The neighbor immediately called police. Officers with the Houston Police Department responded and entered the apartment to check for anyone needing medical attention. Inside, officers found an adult female and an adult male, both deceased from apparent gunshot wounds. A firearm was recovered inside the unit, but investigators have not confirmed its location in relation to the victims. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation. Police say...

Bystander transports teen shot in neck to hospital after Aldine Mail Route shooting

13Feb

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Harris County

Bystander transports teen shot in neck to hospital after Aldine Mail Route shooting

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A teenage male was critically injured after being shot in the neck in the 5200 block of Aldine Mail Route. https://youtu.be/donQGBIAYzQ According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to reports of shots fired in the area. A bystander transported the teen from the scene to a local hospital. He was later transferred to a downtown facility for further treatment. His current condition remains unknown, though he was last reported to be in critical condition. Shell casings were recovered at the scene, but no weapons were found. One nearby vehicle was struck by gunfire. No other injuries were reported. The Sheriff’s Office stated that several people were in the area near local businesses, and a few witnesses were interviewed. The motive remai...

Suspect apprehended after fatal shooting on Hufsmith Kohrville Road

12Feb

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Suspect apprehended after fatal shooting on Hufsmith Kohrville Road

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A female suspect was taken into custody after a fatal shooting near the 24700 block of Hufsmith Kohrville Road. https://youtu.be/CQTO2Oqt32E According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, deputies responded to the area where a male had been shot. He was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. Constable Mark Herman stated that deputies with his office also responded to the scene and a suspect was quickly identified. Deputies then coordinated with air support, K9 units, and other assisting agencies to secure the area. According to Constable Herman, the suspect was safely apprehended and taken into custody. He also stated that the case has now been classified as a murder/manslaughter investigation.

Man dies after being involved in fight with another man in Harris County

11Feb

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Harris County, Houston

Man dies after being involved in fight with another man in Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A man died after being involved in a fight with another man in the 11000 block of Freeport. https://youtu.be/E5eL4NYXYyE Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office responded around 7:30 p.m. to what was initially reported as a medical emergency. When they arrived, they found a man unresponsive for unknown reasons. Deputies began lifesaving efforts until EMS arrived and took over. The man was pronounced deceased at the scene. Investigators said the victim may have been involved in a physical altercation earlier with another male. That individual later returned to the scene and told deputies he had been in a fight with the victim. A witness reportedly identified the two men as having been involved in the altercation. At this time, investigators said...

Memorial planned for a father of five who was fatally shot after stepping in to stop a man from attacking his own mother

11Feb

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Houston

Memorial planned for a father of five who was fatally shot after stepping in to stop a man from attacking his own mother

HOUSTON, TX – A memorial is planned for Spencer Germany, a father of five who was fatally shot after intervening in an assault at a home in Houston’s Third Ward. According to his family, the memorial will be held at 5:30 p.m. at Buffalo Run Park, 1122 Buffalo Run Park, in Missouri City. Germany was shot at a home in the 3300 block of Anita Street. According to the Houston Police Department, officers responded to the residence around 12:10 a.m. and found a male victim inside suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Paramedics with the Houston Fire Department transported him to a hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. Family members said Germany was visiting a friend when he saw Rogers McFarland allegedly strangling his own elderly mother. Germany intervened and pulled M...

Wrong-way driver killed after fiery head-on crash on I-10 near Lockwood

10Feb

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Houston

Wrong-way driver killed after fiery head-on crash on I-10 near Lockwood

HOUSTON, TX — A wrong-way driver was pronounced deceased following a head-on crash on the East Freeway near Lockwood Drive, according to the Houston Police Department. https://youtu.be/IIAAeIDB_uQ Police said the crash occurred in the westbound lanes of Interstate 10 heading toward downtown. Investigators determined that a sedan was traveling westbound legally when it was struck by a vehicle driving the wrong way at a high rate of speed. Police said a prior call had reported a wrong-way driver near the Minute Maid area. Investigators believe the vehicle may have entered I-10 via an on-ramp and continued in the wrong direction before the collision. Witnesses, including a roadway work crew on scene, reported that the wrong-way vehicle slammed into the sedan, erupted into debris...

Motorcyclist dies following crash on East Freeway frontage road

10Feb

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Houston

Motorcyclist dies following crash on East Freeway frontage road

HOUSTON, TX — A motorcyclist was pronounced deceased after crashing late in the 12300 block of the East Freeway frontage road. https://youtu.be/pyPCFaC3sJ4 According to the Houston Police Department, officers were called just after 11 p.m. to the frontage road near an entrance ramp to the East Freeway. Police said the rider attempted to avoid entering the freeway and exit onto the feeder road, missed the exit, struck a curb and was ejected from the motorcycle. Houston Fire Department personnel responded and pronounced the rider deceased at the scene. Police said the rider was a single occupant and no other vehicles were involved. The rider was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The motorcycle was identified as an Indian. Investigators said speed was reported pr...

Security guard killed during robbery at illegal game room disguised as cargo shipping business

10Feb

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Houston

Security guard killed during robbery at illegal game room disguised as cargo shipping business

HOUSTON, TX — Houston police are investigating a fatal shooting following a reported robbery at an illegal game room in southwest Houston. https://youtu.be/Ip2RftJh0M4 According to the Houston Police Department, officers assigned to the South Gessner area were dispatched just after 9:20 p.m. to the 7000 block of Bissonnet Street after a shooting was reported. Police said the location was an illegal game room that was disguised as an express cargo shipping business. Investigators believe the business was robbed and that a security guard working at the location was shot at least once during the robbery. Houston Fire Department personnel attempted to render aid, but the security guard was pronounced deceased at the scene. Police said it is unclear how many people were inside ...