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Motorcyclist flown by Life Flight to hospital after crash on South Main in Highlands
Harris County

Motorcyclist flown by Life Flight to hospital after crash on South Main in Highlands

HIGHLANDS, TX – A motorcycle rider was flown by Life Flight to a hospital after a crash on South Main in Highlands. The crash occurred on South Main. The rider was transported by Life Flight to a hospital for treatment. https://youtube.com/shorts/59Ccs5p0KFk?feature=share The rider is expected to survive. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
One dead, two injured after shooting at party in northeast Harris County
Harris County

One dead, two injured after shooting at party in northeast Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – One person was killed and two others were injured following a shooting at a large party in northeast Harris County. Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff's Office responded to the 6600 block of Rubilee Lane near Smith Road and Old Humble Road. According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, deputies arrived and found a large party with three people suffering from gunshot wounds. One man was pronounced deceased at the scene. Two other victims were transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. https://youtube.com/shorts/_FrjUlo-cTU?feature=share Crime Scene Investigators and Harris County Sheriff's Office Homicide Detectives responded to the scene and are investigating the shooting. This is a developing story and more information ...
HPD raids La Toxica strip club in east Houston
Houston

HPD raids La Toxica strip club in east Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police raided La Toxica Strip Club in east Houston early this morning after receiving complaints about alleged illegal activity at the business. https://youtu.be/SgG9f7Q_UCM The raid occurred around 1 a.m. at La Toxica, located in the 12910 block of the East Freeway. According to the Houston Police Department, complaints over the past several months included allegations of prostitution, illegal alcohol sales, narcotics use, and other offenses. Members of the Houston Police Department Northeast Division, Vice Division, and the Texas Comptroller’s Office executed a search warrant at the club. Police said more than a dozen dancers were found working inside the business. Investigators were working with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office to determin...
Man in his 20s fatally shot during argument outside west Houston shopping center
Houston

Man in his 20s fatally shot during argument outside west Houston shopping center

HOUSTON, TX – A man in his 20s was fatally shot during an argument outside a shopping center in west Houston. The shooting occurred around 10:20 p.m. in front of a shopping center located at 2323 S. Kirkwood Road. Police said the victim and suspect were believed to be acquaintances when they became involved in an argument. During the dispute, the suspect shot the victim. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. https://youtube.com/shorts/Iig00v5sNFg?feature=share The suspect remained at the location and waited for officers to arrive. The investigation is ongoing.
Teen girl questioned after man found fatally shot at The Henry at Woodland Hills apartments
Harris County

Teen girl questioned after man found fatally shot at The Henry at Woodland Hills apartments

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A man was found fatally shot at The Henry at Woodland Hills apartments in northeast Harris County, and investigators believe a teenage girl may have been involved. Deputies responded around 9:13 p.m. to the 14800 block of Woodland Hills Drive. Upon arrival, they found a Black male, approximately 20 years old, unresponsive from a gunshot wound. EMS pronounced him deceased at the scene. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, witnesses reported hearing a male and female arguing shortly before a gunshot was heard. Witnesses then observed a dark-colored vehicle leaving the area. https://youtube.com/shorts/UbY_VAJDCi0?feature=share A female later returned to the scene in a dark-colored vehicle and told deputies she was present when the victim was s...
Illegal gambling investigation leads to raid at Lucky J Social Club in west Houston
Houston

Illegal gambling investigation leads to raid at Lucky J Social Club in west Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police Department officers raided Lucky J Social Club in west Houston after an investigation into alleged illegal gambling operations at the business. The investigation centered around the club located in the 9300 block of Richmond. According to police, residents in the area had complained for several months about suspected illegal gambling and other activity taking place at the location. Police said the complaints were forwarded to officers with the Midwest Differential Response Team, which handles quality-of-life issues including illegal gambling operations and businesses operating without permits. https://youtube.com/shorts/g5aiw8PStYc?feature=share According to police, undercover investigators with the vice division visited the club multiple time...
Man found shot multiple times inside truck at southwest Houston apartment complex
Houston

Man found shot multiple times inside truck at southwest Houston apartment complex

HOUSTON, TX – A man was found shot multiple times inside a truck at a southwest Houston apartment complex early this morning. The shooting was reported around 12:40 a.m. in the 10200 block of West Bellfort. According to the Houston Police Department, officers with the South Gessner Patrol Division responded to the apartment complex and found a man in his mid-40s sitting inside a burgundy truck suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Police believe the shooting may have happened 30 to 40 minutes before officers were called to the scene. The victim was transported to a local hospital and is in serious condition. Police said it is not known if the victim lives at the apartment complex, and he has not been able to provide a statement. Investigators do not yet know who shot him ...
Man killed, two others injured in shooting outside west Houston parking lot
Houston

Man killed, two others injured in shooting outside west Houston parking lot

HOUSTON, TX – A man was killed and two other people were injured following a shooting in a parking lot along South Highway 6 in west Houston. The shooting happened around 11:48 p.m. in the 2300 block of South Highway 6. According to the Houston Police Department, multiple individuals were gathered in a parking lot before heading to a nearby lounge located in another parking area south of the scene. When westside patrol officers arrived, they found one male suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Another male, described as being in his late teens or early 20s, was shot multiple times and transported to a local hospital in critical condition. https://youtube.com/shorts/1sc8ZG0FJIs?feature=share Police said a third victim, an unrelated fema...
Dr. Matthews interviews homeless men making allegations against a self-described Port Arthur activist
Houston, Public Interest

Dr. Matthews interviews homeless men making allegations against a self-described Port Arthur activist

HOUSTON, TX – Dr. Candice Matthews interviewed two homeless men at the Camelot Inn in the Cypress Station area off FM 1960 near Interstate 45 who made allegations against a man they identified as Port Arthur activist David Jones. https://youtu.be/MyodR5xDass During the recorded interaction, the men alleged Jones regularly traveled to Houston and attempted to solicit sex from homeless individuals staying in the area. One of the men claimed Jones chased him before dropping a bag while returning to a vehicle. The men showed Dr. Matthews items they claimed belonged to Jones, including a needle and other personal belongings. One of the men alleged Jones attempted to inject him with an unknown substance. Houston Stringer has not independently verified the allegations discussed duri...
Pedestrian struck and killed by 18-wheeler on North Freeway
Houston

Pedestrian struck and killed by 18-wheeler on North Freeway

HOUSTON, TX – A pedestrian was struck and killed by an 18-wheeler while reportedly attempting to cross the North Freeway in north Houston. The crash occurred around 3:22 a.m. in the 4400 block of the North Freeway. According to the Houston Police Department, officers responded to a crash involving a pedestrian who was reportedly attempting to cross the freeway and was struck by an 18-wheeler. Investigators said the 18-wheeler driver remained on scene, cooperated with the investigation, and was believed to have been traveling at normal freeway speeds. https://youtube.com/shorts/oIPP0LdZthQ?feature=share The Houston Police Department is investigating what led up to the crash.