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Two pedestrians shot after argument with scooter riders near Toyota Center

31Aug

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Houston

Two pedestrians shot after argument with scooter riders near Toyota Center

HOUSTON, TX – Two pedestrians were shot after an argument with a group of scooter riders across the street from the Toyota Center. https://youtube.com/shorts/bUdG3TOhTq0?feature=share The shooting happened when four individuals on scooters got into a verbal argument with pedestrians. The suspects opened fire, striking a male and female in their early 20s. A third pedestrian was not struck. Houston Fire Department crews transported both victims to the hospital, where they remain in stable condition. A round may have struck a nearby hotel, but no one inside was injured. Officials said there should be clear video evidence from downtown cameras in the area.

Teen fatally shot during large party in east Harris County

31Aug

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Harris County

Teen fatally shot during large party in east Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A 17-year-old male was fatally shot during a large outdoor party in east Harris County. https://youtu.be/F-0lzktt8DI The shooting occurred around 11:15 p.m. on August 30 in the 14700 block of Waldine. Deputies arrived to find remnants of a gathering of about 200 people, most of whom fled the location when law enforcement arrived. According to investigators, the victim was approached by several individuals at the party. An altercation took place, and he was shot during the confrontation. Deputies believe the victim was specifically targeted. The suspects are described as three to four Hispanic males in their late teens to early 20s. Deputies said the party was an open-air event with a live band, charging admission and serving drinks, though it was not im...

Child shot multiple times while playing ‘ding dong ditch’ game in northeast Houston

31Aug

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Houston, National

Child shot multiple times while playing ‘ding dong ditch’ game in northeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of an 11-year-old boy who was shot while playing a game of “ding dong ditch” in northeast Houston. https://youtu.be/Ami3kx12I6Y The shooting occurred around 10:55 p.m. Saturday, August 30, in the 9700 block of Racine Street near Mimbrough. According to investigators, the child and several friends were ringing doorbells of homes in the area and running away. A witness reported the boy was running from a house after ringing a doorbell when shots were fired. The juvenile male, initially reported as 10 years old, was transported by the Houston Fire Department to a local hospital in critical condition. Doctors pronounced him deceased on August 31. His identity is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of F...

Man found deceased after burglary call in north Houston

30Aug

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Houston

Man found deceased after burglary call in north Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Houston police are investigating after a man was found deceased outside a home in the 500 block of Blue Bell Road around 2 a.m. https://youtu.be/s7eXa37ymeA Officers responded to a reported burglary in progress and discovered the male on the ground, unresponsive and not breathing, with a significant amount of blood around him. The cause of death is pending the medical examiner’s review. Police said the homeowners did not know the man. While responding, an HPD unit crashed into a ditch nearby. Both officers were transported to the hospital with minor injuries. https://youtu.be/Cjiy8tv0BRg

HPD unit crashes in ditch while responding to burglary call on Blue Bell Road

30Aug

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Houston

HPD unit crashes in ditch while responding to burglary call on Blue Bell Road

HOUSTON, TX – Two Houston police officers were injured after their patrol unit crashed in a ditch while responding to a burglary call. https://youtu.be/Cjiy8tv0BRg The crash occurred around 2 a.m. in the 600 block of Blue Bell Road near the North Freeway. According to police, the two-man unit was en route to a reported burglary when it left the roadway and crashed in a ditch. Both officers were transported to a nearby hospital with minor injuries and are expected to be okay. No other vehicles were involved. https://youtu.be/s7eXa37ymeA

Stolen vehicle catches fire after suspects crash during overnight chase

30Aug

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Houston

Stolen vehicle catches fire after suspects crash during overnight chase

HOUSTON, TX – An overnight police pursuit ended in a fiery crash in northeast Houston. https://youtu.be/O0YJGYnOVMI The crash occurred around 1:10 a.m. in the 6500 block of Lockwood. The chase lasted less than 15 minutes. Two suspects were inside a stolen vehicle that caught fire after crashing. Police were able to remove them from the vehicle. According to the Houston Police Department, both suspects were transported to the hospital with minor injuries from the crash, not from burns. No other injuries were reported.

Dallas police arrest five, seize body armor, drugs, and guns in Northwest Dallas investigation

29Aug

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Texas

Dallas police arrest five, seize body armor, drugs, and guns in Northwest Dallas investigation

DALLAS, TX – Officers with the Dallas Police Department’s Northwest CRT and Deployment squads arrested five suspects and seized body armor and two guns following an investigation into a location in the 3300 block of Webb Chapel Extension. Photo Courtesy of Dallas PD According to police, the investigation involved several weeks of surveillance and evidence gathering and resulted in Dallas SWAT serving a search warrant on August 22, 2025. Oscar Garza, 22, was arrested and charged with multiple felony offenses, including Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substance – Penalty Group 1B, greater than or equal to 4 – 200 grams; Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substance – Penalty Group 1, greater than or equal to 4 – 200 grams; Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substanc...

Houston police recover 25 guns, $90,000 in stolen property in theft investigation

29Aug

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Texas

Houston police recover 25 guns, $90,000 in stolen property in theft investigation

HOUSTON, TX – The Houston Police Department’s Property & Financial Crimes Division, working with the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, executed a search warrant this week related to a theft investigation. Photo Courtesy of HPD According to police, the operation resulted in the recovery of 25 guns and more than $90,000 worth of stolen property. Photo Courtesy of HPD The investigation into those responsible remains ongoing. Photo Courtesy of HPD If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Constable deputies find unattended dog in home with lockbox on door

29Aug

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Texas

Constable deputies find unattended dog in home with lockbox on door

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office responded to the 8500 block of Mallardcrest Drive after receiving a report of a dog possibly left unattended inside a residence. Photo Courtesy of Pct. 4 Upon arrival, deputies observed a small black and white dog barking inside the garage with no visible food or water nearby. A lockbox was found on the front door, and attempts to contact the previous homeowner were unsuccessful. Animal Control was contacted out of concern for the dog’s welfare to ensure its safety. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Harris County Constable Precinct 4 Office.

Repeat offender arrested after smashing store door, stealing pills on Northwest Freeway

29Aug

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Texas

Repeat offender arrested after smashing store door, stealing pills on Northwest Freeway

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – According to Constable Mark Herman, deputies responded to a theft in progress in the 27150 block of the Northwest Freeway. Photo Courtesy of Pct. 4 The suspect stole muscle relaxer pills, and when the store owner locked the doors to prevent his escape, he smashed the front door, causing $3,000 in damage. Deputies also linked him to a previous theft involving the same pills. The Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office took the suspect into custody. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.