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HCSO SWAT called after father threatened to harm toddler if law enforcement was called

4Jan

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Harris County

HCSO SWAT called after father threatened to harm toddler if law enforcement was called

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Harris County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a domestic violence incident in the 12000 block of Magnolia Leaf in the Wortham Park neighborhood Friday night. https://youtu.be/QDY_oz-xDk0 Around 9:30 p.m., deputies found an adult female in distress with her mother, who reported that her 14-month-old toddler was inside the residence with the child's father. The father had allegedly made threats to harm the child if law enforcement was contacted. SWAT was called to the scene while deputies awaited an arrest warrant for felony assault related to family violence. Around 2:20 a.m., the child was safely removed from the residence, assessed by EMS, and found unharmed. The suspect was also apprehended without incident, assessed by EMS, and transported to the Jo...

FBI investigating New Orleans terrorist attack with activity in Houston

1Jan

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Texas

FBI investigating New Orleans terrorist attack with activity in Houston

HOUSTON, TX – FBI Houston and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are conducting law enforcement operations near Hugh Road and Crescent Peak Drive in north Houston. A perimeter has been secured, and authorities are urging the public to avoid the area. Specialized teams from the FBI are expected to remain on-site for several hours. https://youtu.be/_nRItrpMd60 The activity is connected to this morning’s terrorist attack in New Orleans, where a man drove a truck into a crowd on Bourbon and Canal streets during New Year’s celebrations. According to the FBI, at least 15 people were pronounced deceased, and dozens more were injured in the attack, which occurred around 3:15 a.m., just hours before the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome. The FBI identified the suspected driver as ...

Caregiver charged in death of 16-year-old girl in Houston

31Dec

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Texas

Caregiver charged in death of 16-year-old girl in Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A caregiver has been arrested and charged in connection with the March death of a 16-year-old girl found at a residence in the 700 block of East 32nd Street. The suspect, Tracy Gonzales, 48, is charged with injury to a disabled person with serious bodily injury in the 488th State District Court. She was arrested on December 30 following a months-long investigation. According to Houston police, officers responded to the residence around 7:45 p.m. on March 25 and discovered Nayeli Perez, 16, unresponsive in her bedroom. She had suffered unknown injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene by Houston Fire Department paramedics. The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences later ruled her death a homicide. Investigators determined Gonzales, who was Perez's c...

Texas man arrested with pythons, firearm, and narcotics following traffic stop

31Dec

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Texas

Texas man arrested with pythons, firearm, and narcotics following traffic stop

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – According to Constable Mark Herman’s Office, an adult male suspect was taken into custody after a traffic stop in the 24000 block of Northwest Freeway revealed multiple illegal items. Photo Credit: Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman The suspect, identified as Kendell Keshawn Gaulden, was found to have an open felony warrant. A search of the vehicle uncovered three live pythons, a loaded firearm, and illegal narcotics, including marijuana. Court documents indicate Gaulden was charged with unlawful carrying of a weapon while engaged in criminal activity. The pythons were released to a family member who arrived at the scene. Gaulden was released on a $100 bond following his arrest. If you have any information, you are urged to contact Constable Mark Herman's Office....

Life Flight called for major accident involving motorcyclist

30Dec

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Harris County

Life Flight called for major accident involving motorcyclist

HOUSTON, TX – A major accident involving a motorcyclist occurred at the intersection of Beechnut Street and Synott Road (FM 1876) around 12:20 p.m. Life Flight was called to the scene but details about injuries are unknown at this time. https://youtu.be/Efsm1yxomGI More information will follow if it becomes available.

Walt Disney Elementary focuses on recovery after tornado as deadly storm claims four lives across the South

30Dec

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Texas

Walt Disney Elementary focuses on recovery after tornado as deadly storm claims four lives across the South

ALVIN, TX – Recovery efforts are underway at Walt Disney Elementary School in Brazoria County after a tornado caused significant damage to the campus during a devastating weekend storm that left four people dead across the South. https://youtu.be/64yIC-2x58E Located near Mustang Road off Highway 35, the school suffered severe roof damage when one of six confirmed tornadoes in Texas struck the area Saturday. The National Weather Service classified the tornado as an EF2, with sustained winds of at least 111 mph, making it one of the strongest storms in the region. “While this news breaks our hearts, we are incredibly thankful that all children and staff were safe and not on campus during the storm,” district officials with Alvin ISD Education Foundation said in a post. “As we work...

Fatal accident under investigation at Phoenician Apartments

30Dec

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Houston

Fatal accident under investigation at Phoenician Apartments

HOUSTON, TX – A fatal accident occurred at the Phoenician Apartments, located at 2345 Bering Drive, around 8:34 a.m. https://youtu.be/9-5cgWMvfVM According to the Houston Police Department, the driver of a white Nissan Pathfinder was traveling at a low speed through an apartment complex when the vehicle struck a parked, unoccupied Toyota Land Rover. The vehicle came to a stop shortly after. The driver, a 53-year-old male, is believed to have suffered a medical episode and was pronounced deceased at the scene by Houston Fire Department paramedics. The identity of the deceased is pending notification of family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. No other persons or vehicles were involved in the crash. The investigation is ongoing.

Man shot at Victoria Manor Apartments following possible dispute over loud party

29Dec

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Houston

Man shot at Victoria Manor Apartments following possible dispute over loud party

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are investigating a shooting at the Victoria Manor Apartments early Sunday morning that left one man injured https://youtu.be/Rz9IxaCHopQ The shooting occurred around 4:21 a.m. at 830 Victoria. According to police, initial reports suggest the incident may have stemmed from a dispute over a loud party. Investigators are also looking into the possibility of two shooters being involved, but this has yet to be confirmed. The case is being handled by the Houston Police Department's Major Assaults Division as they work to determine the circumstances and the role of the suspected shooters. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS. We will update this story if more information...

Stolen box truck pursuit ends with suspect apprehended in Houston

29Dec

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Houston

Stolen box truck pursuit ends with suspect apprehended in Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A stolen box truck pursuit concluded at the Grace Cathedral Church parking lot near Tidwell and Mesa early Sunday morning. https://youtu.be/F3-SumAg6SA The Houston Police Department confirmed that the box truck was stolen and that the pursuit ended in the 8800 block of Tidwell @ Mesa. One suspect fled but was quickly apprehended.

Passengers report chaos and frustration amid United Airlines flight delays and cancellations

29Dec

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Houston

Passengers report chaos and frustration amid United Airlines flight delays and cancellations

HOUSTON, TX – Passengers at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport shared frustration after enduring delays, canceled flights, and poor communication from United Airlines. Some travelers described waiting for hours on the tarmac, missing connecting flights, and receiving limited assistance or information. https://youtu.be/1MDJC77Js-Q One passenger, LaToya, explained her experience: "I got here at about 10:00 yesterday morning. My flight was scheduled to leave at 12:25. It was delayed due to the weather conditions from yesterday. And then we were kind of given this additional every 30 minutes, 45 minutes that our plane would, be taking off. And it was estimated we ended up getting on the plane, actually. And then we taxied and went like we were going to take off. And then we...