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Child with autism found unresponsive after being pulled from lake in Cypress
Harris County

Child with autism found unresponsive after being pulled from lake in Cypress

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, Pct. 5 deputies responded to an in-progress call for service at the 7500 block of Coral Lake Drive, where units found a four-year-old child with autism unresponsive after being pulled from a lake. Cy-Fair EMS transported the child to a hospital for treatment. https://youtu.be/CRFCUjl9Bzs The child was transported in critical condition. According to investigators at the scene, preliminary information indicates the incident may have been accidental. The investigation remains ongoing.
Suspect critically injured after being shot by deputy following pursuit
Harris County

Suspect critically injured after being shot by deputy following pursuit

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A deputy-involved shooting occurred this afternoon near Wilson Road and the Beltway as members of the Violent Persons Task Force (VIPER) were conducting a warrant service on a 33-year-old suspect wanted for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. https://youtu.be/-tyM0xAzJNA According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the incident began when the suspect fled in a vehicle, leading deputies on a pursuit that ended in the parking lot of a residential complex between Mesa and Wilson. Upon stopping, the suspect exited the vehicle with a long gun, prompting a brief foot pursuit. A Harris County Precinct 8 task force member discharged his weapon, striking the suspect. The wounded suspect was transported to a hospital, where he is currently undergoing surgery an...
Houston Firefighter Marcelo Garcia killed during three-alarm warehouse fire
Houston, National

Houston Firefighter Marcelo Garcia killed during three-alarm warehouse fire

HOUSTON, TX - Houston Firefighter Marcelo Garcia died following a vacant warehouse fire last night in the sixty-six-hundred block of Polk. According to Chief Munoz, firefighters responded to the blaze at 10:50 p.m., with units arriving on scene six minutes later. A second alarm was issued shortly after their arrival, and at 11:04 p.m., a mayday call was made when a wall collapsed and trapped firefighters. The call was then upgraded to a 3rd alarm. https://youtu.be/FdIPz4MotHA Garcia, a ten-year veteran of the department, was critically injured in the collapse and transported to Memorial Hermann in the Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Another firefighter sustained non-life-threatening injuries and received treatment at the same facility. Houston Mayor Whi...
Life Flight called after major crash on FM 1960
Harris County

Life Flight called after major crash on FM 1960

Update 11/8/24 - Dominick Williams was killed in the crash Wednesday evening. HUFFMAN, TX – November 6, 2024 – A major crash occurred on FM 1960, just east of FM 2100, leading to the closure of both directions of the highway around 6:30 p.m. https://youtu.be/81ElH_6uCl0 Dominick Williams was killed in a crash Wednesday evening after losing control of his 2019 Dodge Challenger on Farm to Market Road 1960 East. The vehicle struck a metal barrier and utility pole, ejecting Williams, who was not wearing a seatbelt. He was pronounced deceased at a local hospital after being transported to a local hospital via Life Flight. The Harris County Sheriff's Office Vehicular Crimes Division is investigating the incident.
Woman shot during attempted robbery outside PLS Check Cashers in north Houston
Houston

Woman shot during attempted robbery outside PLS Check Cashers in north Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A woman was shot and robbed outside PLS Check Cashers in the 34 block of Aldine Bender Road near Airline Drive on Wednesday after completing a transaction. https://youtu.be/e118r4vtM_g According to police, a woman was shot while attempting to avoid a robbery in a parking lot. The incident occurred as she returned to her car after cashing a check. While opening her car door, she noticed a man approaching from a nearby vehicle and became suspicious. She attempted to flee, but the suspect fired at least two shots, hitting her once. A witness reported that the suspect stole property from the woman before fleeing the scene. The witness also provided a description and license plate number of the suspect's vehicle. Officers later located the vehicle with two individuals i...
18-wheeler overturned on SH-225 Westbound at Richey Street, blocking multiple lanes
Harris County

18-wheeler overturned on SH-225 Westbound at Richey Street, blocking multiple lanes

PASADENA, TX - An 18-wheeler flipped on State Highway 225 Westbound at Richey Street, causing significant traffic disruptions. Photo Courtesy of the Citizen app Video footage from the Citizen app shows the overturned truck on the highway. It is unknown if there were any injuries or other vehicles involved. According to Houston TranStar, the accident, involving a heavy truck, has blocked the right shoulder, right lane, center lane, and entrance ramp. The incident was verified at approximately 1:07 p.m.
Two Bombshells locations permanently close in Houston area
Houston

Two Bombshells locations permanently close in Houston area

HOUSTON, TX - RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) has announced it will close two underperforming Bombshells locations and sell a third as part of a strategy to enhance the segment's performance. The company stated that Bombshells Spring at 21005 Interstate 45 N, Spring, TX, and Bombshells Houston-South at 12810 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX, have permanently closed. Additionally, Bombshells Austin at 15119 N Interstate Hwy 35, Pflugerville, TX, is planned for sale. RCI will release financial details related to these actions when it reports its fourth-quarter and year-end results, expected by December 16, 2024.
Woman Shot in Face During Robbery Attempt in Apartment Parking Lot
Houston

Woman Shot in Face During Robbery Attempt in Apartment Parking Lot

HOUSTON, TX - A woman was shot in the face during an attempted robbery in her apartment complex parking lot. The incident occurred in the 6100 block of Gulf Freeway at the Brookdale Village Apartments when the woman returned home from work and was followed into the parking lot by an unknown male suspect. The suspect demanded money from the woman, and during the exchange, he fired a round, striking her in the face. https://youtu.be/qzkR_RXj_f8 After the gunshot, the suspect fled the scene. The woman managed to run into her apartment and called 911. Eastside Patrol officers arrived promptly, rendered aid, and called Houston Fire Department (HFD) personnel, who then transported her to a local hospital. She is reported to be in stable condition. At this time, there is no furthe...
Man Fatally Shot During Possible Drive-By at Party on Chadwick Street
Houston

Man Fatally Shot During Possible Drive-By at Party on Chadwick Street

HOUSTON, TX - A man believed to be in his 20s was fatally shot during a possible drive-by incident at a party on Chadwick Street in Southwest Houston. Officers responded to the 7900 block of Chadwick, where they found the victim. He was transported to a local hospital but was later pronounced deceased. https://youtu.be/qzkR_RXj_f8 Initial reports indicate that a gathering was taking place at the location, although details surrounding the purpose of the party remain unclear. Houston Police Homicide detectives are investigating the shooting. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Motorcycle Pursuit Ends in Fatal Jump from Eastex Freeway Overpass
Houston

Motorcycle Pursuit Ends in Fatal Jump from Eastex Freeway Overpass

HOUSTON, TX - A high-speed pursuit in Montgomery County concluded with a fatal incident when the suspect, a motorcycle rider, jumped from a bridge connecting the Eastex Freeway and I-10 flyovers and was fatally injured. https://youtu.be/qzkR_RXj_f8 This is a developing story and we will update you as we learn more information. If you have any information related to this incident, please contact the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.