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Motorcycle rider flees during attempted traffic stop by Bellaire police on West Loop
Houston

Motorcycle rider flees during attempted traffic stop by Bellaire police on West Loop

HOUSTON, TX – A motorcycle rider fled from Bellaire police after an attempted traffic stop on the West Loop just before 1 a.m. The rider was seen traveling southbound on the West Loop without headlights on when Bellaire police attempted to pull them over. The rider did not stop and continued driving. https://youtube.com/shorts/VT2V6XbqDQA?feature=share A couple of minutes later, the rider took the Fournace Place/Bissonnet Street exit at the last second before speeding away. The rider then ran a red light, got back onto the West Loop, and continued to flee from Bellaire police. It is unknown what happened after that.
Father critically injured after shooting at Pemex gas station, son in custody
Houston

Father critically injured after shooting at Pemex gas station, son in custody

HOUSTON, TX – A father was critically injured following a shooting at a gas station in northeast Houston late last night. The shooting occurred around 10 p.m. at the Pemex Gas Station located in the 700 block of Kress. According to the Houston Police Department, northeast officers responded to a shooting call and learned during a preliminary investigation that two family members, a father and son, became involved in a verbal altercation that turned physical. Police said the son pulled out a firearm and discharged it, striking the father. It is unknown how many times the father was struck, but he was transported to a hospital in critical condition. The son, described as being in his late teens or early 20s, is in custody. Charges are pending further investigation and will...
Bond set at $250K for man accused of recklessly firing weapon that killed 84-year-old woman
Harris County

Bond set at $250K for man accused of recklessly firing weapon that killed 84-year-old woman

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Bond was set at $250,000 overnight for a man charged in connection with the death of an 84-year-old woman who was struck by gunfire inside her home in northeast Harris County. According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, Joshua Ramos, born Aug. 28, 2006, was charged with manslaughter following the March 7 shooting in the 5600 block of Saddlebred Drive. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Ramos allegedly recklessly fired a weapon in a residential neighborhood, striking 84-year-old Joanne Bennett inside her home. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office Violent Criminals Apprehension Team, with assistance from the Texas Department of Public Safety Southeast Texas Region, apprehended Ramos and booked him into the Harris County Jail.
Tensions rise as Dr. Matthews visits Sterling Point after an ordinance targeting slumlords passes
Houston, Public Interest

Tensions rise as Dr. Matthews visits Sterling Point after an ordinance targeting slumlords passes

HOUSTON, TX – Activist Dr. Matthews and Houston City Council At-Large Councilmember Willie Davis toured the Sterling Point Apartments following the recent passage of a City of Houston ordinance aimed at targeting apartment complexes with repeated code and safety violations. https://youtu.be/CAs1Y1Sy4jE During the walkthrough, Dr. Matthews and residents raised concerns about broken gates, possible fire hazards, pest infestations, mold, damaged structures, and other maintenance issues at the property. Dr. Matthews stated the ordinance now carries penalties ranging from $250 to $2,000 per day per citation for apartment owners found in violation. Councilmember Davis said the ordinance was refined to avoid penalizing compliant apartment owners while targeting what he described as “ba...
Driver arrested after pursuit ends when vehicle runs out of gas at Popeyes
Harris County, Houston

Driver arrested after pursuit ends when vehicle runs out of gas at Popeyes

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A driver was arrested after a pursuit ended when the suspect’s vehicle reportedly ran out of gas at a Popeyes in north Harris County. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office Traffic Crimes Unit, deputies were investigating a parking lot takeover near Greens Road and Interstate 45 North when they observed a vehicle doing donuts in the parking lot. Deputies attempted a traffic stop, but investigators said the driver fled, leading deputies on a several-mile pursuit at speeds exceeding 100 mph. Investigators said the pursuit came to an end after the vehicle apparently ran out of gas at a Popeyes. The driver then fled on foot before deputies captured him a short time later. No injuries or damaged citizen vehicles were reported. Authorities said the ve...
Teen killed, another wounded in possible drive-by shooting in southeast Houston
Houston

Teen killed, another wounded in possible drive-by shooting in southeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A teen was killed and another was hospitalized following a possible drive-by shooting in southeast Houston. The shooting occurred around 3:56 p.m. in the 8700 block of Black Hawk Ridge near Great Hawk. According to the Houston Police Department, officers responded to reports of a drive-by shooting and found two male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim was pronounced deceased at the scene, while the second victim was transported to a local hospital in stable condition. Investigators said the victims appeared to be in their early or late teens. Investigators also said there was some type of verbal altercation that escalated into gunfire. Investigators believe a vehicle may have been involved in the shooting, but police did not release a description...
Driver flees after crash involving HPD patrol unit in Crosby
Harris County

Driver flees after crash involving HPD patrol unit in Crosby

CROSBY, TX – A heavy police presence was reported on Stroker Road near Ramsey in Crosby after a crash involving a Houston Police Department patrol unit. According to Precinct 3 deputies, an HPD patrol unit was involved in a crash at the intersection. The driver of the striking vehicle fled the scene but was quickly apprehended by Precinct 3 deputies. The HPD officer was not injured in the crash. Police said HPD will take custody of the suspect following medical clearance. https://youtu.be/foIfbWMOaMQ
Woman alleges she was taken to Mexico and held for months after meeting Jenifer Knighton online
California, Public Interest, Texas

Woman alleges she was taken to Mexico and held for months after meeting Jenifer Knighton online

TEXAS – A woman alleged during an interview with Dr. Candice Matthews that she was taken to Mexico and alleged she was held there for approximately five months after meeting Jenifer Knighton online. According to the woman, she met Knighton during a period of crisis after Knighton presented herself as “an advocate and a journalist on social justice issues.” The woman stated Knighton later arrived at her apartment in Los Angeles in June 2023 and pressured her into traveling to Tijuana for a dentist appointment. The woman alleged that during the drive, Knighton gave her a white and blue capsule described as “Mexican Adderall or Xanax,” which she mixed with her own prescription medication before becoming incoherent. She stated she remembered very little from the drive before later find...
Montgomery County constable deputies pursue motorcycle rider into Houston
Houston, Montgomery County

Montgomery County constable deputies pursue motorcycle rider into Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A motorcycle pursuit that started in Montgomery County Precinct 4 ended overnight in Houston after the rider was believed to have entered a parking garage in the Sawyer Yards area. https://youtu.be/52cw9mHFIe0 Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office and officers with the Houston Police Department assisted during the pursuit. The motorcycle was believed to have entered the parking garage of Art House on Edwards Street. No additional information has been released at this time.