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Harris County defense attorney accused of contacting witness in domestic violence case to get victim to drop charges
Read full article: Harris County defense attorney accused of contacting witness in domestic violence case to get victim to drop chargesInvestigators say Aaron Holt was indicted by a grand jury after he was accused of contacting a witness in a domestic violence case to get a victim to drop the charges.
‘Needs to be another step’: Harris County agencies say Texas needs to change laws to prevent fraudulent deed transfers
Read full article: ‘Needs to be another step’: Harris County agencies say Texas needs to change laws to prevent fraudulent deed transfersThere are calls for legislative changes to prevent deed fraud after KPRC 2′s story about three properties getting transferred to a complete stranger and stamped by the same notary.
Houston Anime business owner arrested after trying to meet teen girl for sex had flowers, condoms, and loaded handgun
Read full article: Houston Anime business owner arrested after trying to meet teen girl for sex had flowers, condoms, and loaded handgunA 31-year-old business owner has been arrested after authorities said he attempted to meet and engage in sexual acts with a minor Friday morning.
General counsel for Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo accused of online solicitation of minor
Read full article: General counsel for Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo accused of online solicitation of minorThe general counsel for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has been arrested Tuesday after being accused of engaging in sexual activity with a minor online, according to investigators with Constable Alan Rosen’s Office.
Beware of fake ticket sellers at RodeoHouston’s World Championship Bar-B-Que Contest
Read full article: Beware of fake ticket sellers at RodeoHouston’s World Championship Bar-B-Que ContestAre you ready to chow down on some Bar-B-Que? The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo just announced details about its 2023 World Championship Bar-B-Que contest.
Avoid being scammed: How to verify license before hiring funeral director, mortician
Read full article: Avoid being scammed: How to verify license before hiring funeral director, morticianKPRC 2′s Rilwan Balogun interviewed James White, the Executive Director for the Texas Funeral Service Commission, on Monday, and he confirmed that Javian Major and Sandy Broussard are not licensed funeral directors.
‘I wanted to bring my dad home’: Daughter says man who posed as funeral director tried to scam her back in 2022
Read full article: ‘I wanted to bring my dad home’: Daughter says man who posed as funeral director tried to scam her back in 2022A daughter said she nearly missed her father’s funeral service after she started questioning whether the service director had a license.
‘His body was bloated’: Man posed as funeral director, mortician, allegedly stole life insurance money of dead people
Read full article: ‘His body was bloated’: Man posed as funeral director, mortician, allegedly stole life insurance money of dead peopleTwo people have been arrested, accused of using a fraudulent Houston funeral business to forge signatures and steal thousands of dollars by illegally obtaining the life insurance policies from the family’s of deceased loved ones.
Former youth softball coach allegedly groomed teen player with inappropriate messages, sleepovers
Read full article: Former youth softball coach allegedly groomed teen player with inappropriate messages, sleepoversA former youth softball coach is accused of grooming one of his players before having her spend the night at his apartment.
Man charged, accused of carrying out scam to sell properties worth $15M
Read full article: Man charged, accused of carrying out scam to sell properties worth $15MA man was charged on Monday after being accused of carrying out a warranty deed scam in Houston, according to the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office.
Former UH Downtown employee stole nearly $9K for Amazon purchases, rent, then doctored documents, records show
Read full article: Former UH Downtown employee stole nearly $9K for Amazon purchases, rent, then doctored documents, records showA former University of Houston - Downtown employee is accused of spending thousands of dollars in public money on personal purchases when she worked as an administrative assistant in the Division of Advancement and University Relations, records show.
Deputies warn of businesses offering illegal emissions testing on social media
Read full article: Deputies warn of businesses offering illegal emissions testing on social mediaA local company offers car inspection and emissions testing online. Just pay $120. But police say it's 100% illegal and could get you in trouble.
Harris County Precinct 1 deputy constables accused of excessive force, wrongfully tasing man who doesn’t speak English
Read full article: Harris County Precinct 1 deputy constables accused of excessive force, wrongfully tasing man who doesn’t speak EnglishA man in northwest Harris County said he was wrongfully tased and detained by Harris County Precinct 1 deputy constables.
Missing West University man found at San Antonio bus stop days after burned vehicle discovered at Harris County park
Read full article: Missing West University man found at San Antonio bus stop days after burned vehicle discovered at Harris County parkA 38-year-old West University man who was reported missing on June 21 was found safe Monday night at a San Antonio bus stop, officials said.
Woman escapes captivity from filthy Tomball home; authorities find 4 tortoises, 3 Bullmastiffs, dead dog inside
Read full article: Woman escapes captivity from filthy Tomball home; authorities find 4 tortoises, 3 Bullmastiffs, dead dog insideA woman escaped a home in Tomball Friday after she was reportedly held against her will, Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen’s Office said.
North Texas school district superintendent charged for planning to drive to Houston to meet 15-year-old girl for sex
Read full article: North Texas school district superintendent charged for planning to drive to Houston to meet 15-year-old girl for sexThe superintendent for Itasca ISD, located in north Texas near Dallas, has been arrested and charged after authorities say he planned to travel to the Houston area to engage in sexual acts with a 15-year-old.
More than 60 doctors, medical workers targeted during scam in Harris County
Read full article: More than 60 doctors, medical workers targeted during scam in Harris CountyHarris County Pct. 1 Constable Alan Rosen will hold a news conference Tuesday afternoon to discuss a growing scam in the Houston area.
$20K bond set for post office clerk accused of stealing money from mailboxes, authorities say
Read full article: $20K bond set for post office clerk accused of stealing money from mailboxes, authorities sayBond was set at $20,000 for a post office clerk accused of stealing money and checks from mailboxes.
Pct. 1 Constable Alan Rosen releases voter safety PSA ahead of Election Day
Read full article: Pct. 1 Constable Alan Rosen releases voter safety PSA ahead of Election DayHarris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen released a Voter Safety and Integrity PSA to spread the word about the county’s Elections Security Task Force, which was established to help ensure the safety of all voters and elections operations.
Do not fall for this! Scammers allegedly calling citizens claiming they missed jury duty, must wire money immediately to stay out of jail
Read full article: Do not fall for this! Scammers allegedly calling citizens claiming they missed jury duty, must wire money immediately to stay out of jailThe scammer allegedly tells the resident they missed their Federal Grand Jury date, resulting in a warrant for their arrest. He goes on to say they have two options to settle their warrant. The first option is to either serve 72 hours in jail or to pay and handle the warrant in civil court.
2 Houston area men accused of receiving $39M for medical-grade gloves needed during height of COVID, yet delivered nothing
Read full article: 2 Houston area men accused of receiving $39M for medical-grade gloves needed during height of COVID, yet delivered nothingTwo suburban Houston men are accused of committing conspiracy and fraud after receiving millions of dollars from companies attempting to purchase much-needed personal protection equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic, but did not deliver anything and spent the money on lavish purchases instead, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced.
HCTRA cites more than 20 fake paper tags this week after launching ‘Tag, You’re It!’ initiative
Read full article: HCTRA cites more than 20 fake paper tags this week after launching ‘Tag, You’re It!’ initiativeFollowing the announcement of Harris County Toll Road initiative “Tag, You’re It,” more than 20 fake paper tags have been cited this week since the launch.
Grandmother killed, son-in-law, 2 granddaughters in critical condition after house fire in NW Harris County, officials say
Read full article: Grandmother killed, son-in-law, 2 granddaughters in critical condition after house fire in NW Harris County, officials sayOfficials are investigating a house fire they said left a beloved grandmother dead and three of her family members in critical condition Friday morning.
Tow truck drivers join law enforcement officers in helping domestic violence victims find way out, restart lives
Read full article: Tow truck drivers join law enforcement officers in helping domestic violence victims find way out, restart livesAre you looking for a way out of an abusive or harmful situation or know someone who is? There is help.
Harris Co. Precinct 1 details how remaining $180,000 in eviction donations will be spent
Read full article: Harris Co. Precinct 1 details how remaining $180,000 in eviction donations will be spentHarris County Precinct One Constable Alan Rosen was front and center on Thursday announcing the donation of more than $180,000 to the South Texas College of Law Eviction Defense Project.
Deputy suing Pct. 1 constable’s office after alleged sexual assault during sting operation speaks out for first time
Read full article: Deputy suing Pct. 1 constable’s office after alleged sexual assault during sting operation speaks out for first time“I’m a wife. I’m a mother and a deputy with Precinct 1, and I am a sexual assault survivor,” the deputy said.
$180K in eviction donations found sitting in account associated with Pct. 1 Constable Foundation, KPRC 2 Investigates discovered
Read full article: $180K in eviction donations found sitting in account associated with Pct. 1 Constable Foundation, KPRC 2 Investigates discoveredHarris County Precinct One Constable Alan Rosen made national headlines last September for showing how families were being evicted during the pandemic. In the days that followed, Rosen and his team raised $252,000 through a GoFundMe account to help those dealing with evictions.
Construction workers find 80-pound cannonball in downtown Houston, officials say
Read full article: Construction workers find 80-pound cannonball in downtown Houston, officials sayOfficials are investigating a cannonball found in downtown Houston Thursday afternoon, according to Harris County Pct. 1 Constable Alan Rosen.
Another female deputy comes forward with sexual misconduct allegations against Harris County Pct. 1 Constable’s Office
Read full article: Another female deputy comes forward with sexual misconduct allegations against Harris County Pct. 1 Constable’s OfficeAnother female deputy has come forward with sexual misconduct allegations against the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office.
High-ranking members of Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Office facing sexual misconduct lawsuit
Read full article: High-ranking members of Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Office facing sexual misconduct lawsuitA lawsuit alleging sexual misconduct involving high-ranking members of the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Office is expected to file Monday morning.
Deputy, dispatcher charged in child sex abuse case after Harris Co. Pct. 1 deputy commits suicide, constable says
Read full article: Deputy, dispatcher charged in child sex abuse case after Harris Co. Pct. 1 deputy commits suicide, constable saysA Harris County Precinct 1 Deputy who died by suicide was also being investigated for several allegations of sexual abuse involving minors, according to the Alvin Police Department.
Pct. 1 sergeant investigated for child sex abuse fired from Harris County Sheriff’s Office in 2013
Read full article: Pct. 1 sergeant investigated for child sex abuse fired from Harris County Sheriff’s Office in 2013Harris County Precinct One Constable Alan Rosen did not hold back in labeling deceased Harris County Precinct One Sergeant Robert Johnson.
Bond set at $300,000 for man accused of kidnapping teen, locking her in Cypress storage unit and sexually assaulting her for days
Read full article: Bond set at $300,000 for man accused of kidnapping teen, locking her in Cypress storage unit and sexually assaulting her for daysA man who investigators said kidnapped a teen girl and locked her inside a storage unit for days while sexually assaulting her has been arrested.
Murder suspect arrested after leading Houston police on chase, striking several vehicles
Read full article: Murder suspect arrested after leading Houston police on chase, striking several vehiclesHOUSTON – Investigators said a man with a violent history is in custody following a chase in Houston where he struck several vehicles on Tuesday. The constable’s office said Chambliss had removed an ankle monitor and was out on a PR bond for a murder charge in Hays County, which is southwest of Austin. After roughly two years behind bars, Hays County District Attorney Wes Mau said Chambliss requested his $250,000 bond be reduced. Court records show a judge granted a PR bond with GPS monitor in 2019 “under extreme protest” from the prosecutor. Investigators said Chambliss could face additional charges in Harris County for the chase, but those details have not been released yet.
WATCH LIVE: Harris County launches initiative to combat fake title scams
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Harris County launches initiative to combat fake title scamsHOUSTON – Harris County Constable Alan Rosen and representatives from the office of Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector Ann Harris Bennett announces an ongoing initiative to combat fake title scams targeting those purchasing used vehicles. On Friday afternoon, officials said they will explain how some victims are targeted and describe innovative new steps to combat fake titles.
Precinct 1 Constable’s Office spreads much-needed holiday cheer with toy drive
Read full article: Precinct 1 Constable’s Office spreads much-needed holiday cheer with toy driveHOUSTON – ‘Twas (a few nights) before Christmas and all through the NRG center families packed cars with smiles on their faces. “I think it’s because it’s been a hard time, and I’m tired of not smiling you know,” said one mother. “I wish I had more toys to give away,” said Precinct One Constable, Alan Rosen. “I hope everyone leaves here today with a message of hope,” said Rosen. The only requirement is that parents arrive with their children, aged 3-11, at NRG center.
Ask 2: Where can I get assistance with presents this year?
Read full article: Ask 2: Where can I get assistance with presents this year?As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. Question: Where can I get assistance with presents this year? Answer: Deadlines to register for assistance through several holiday gift programs have passed. Sweet Science Boxing Academy and Team Thump Foundation Holiday Toy DriveWhen: 9 to 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 25Where: Sweet Science Boxing AcademyDetails: Children must be present in order to receive a gift. Distribute Christmas presents at the Cactus Jack Foundation... Posted by City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods (DON) on Thursday, December 17, 2020Do you have a burning H-Town-related question?
Harris County Pct. 1 report cards warn drivers about break-ins
Read full article: Harris County Pct. 1 report cards warn drivers about break-insThis holiday season, the Harris County Precinct One Constable Alan Rosen has a present for you. It comes in the form of a big, white, report card attached to your windshield. They then then write out a large report card telling you if you passed or failed as far as protecting yourselves from holiday thieves. ITEMS THAT ARE MOST OFTEN LEFT OUT IN THE OPEN INSIDE THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF CARS. It’s just Constable Alan Rosen’s way of trying to hammer home the fact that the thieves are out there in force at this time of year.
‘It’s all about giving back’: Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office collects toys, cash donations for Gleem Toy Drive
Read full article: ‘It’s all about giving back’: Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office collects toys, cash donations for Gleem Toy DriveHOUSTON – Deputy constables could be seen standing in the medians on Tuesday morning collecting donations for elementary-age students who might otherwise go without this holiday season. The toy drive has been held outside of the Dr. Gleem Car Wash for 21 years. Following the drive, toys will be purchased with the donations and bagged up for delivery by members of the Precinct 1 Constable’s Office to students at 22 elementary schools. The event will be held at Dr. Gleem’s Car Wash, located at 3103 Ella Blvd until 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Click here to donate to the toy drive.
Landslide or presidential upset? Political science experts analyze the top of ticket and down ballot impact
Read full article: Landslide or presidential upset? Political science experts analyze the top of ticket and down ballot impactNOT SO FAST says Brandon Rottinghaus, Ph.D. and professor of political science at the University of Houston. He says there is a certain element about polling regarding President Trump that can’t be trusted. When asked what the biggest surprise will be on November 3rd, he said it could be a landslide against President Trump. They were given proper legal advice.”Watch this week’s Houston Newsmakers Sunday morning at 10:30amMore Information:Mark Jones, Ph.D., Fellow in Political Science, Baker Institute, Rice University· Website: https://www.bakerinstitute.org/experts/mark-p-jones/· Twitter: @MarkPJonesTXBrandon Rottinghaus, Ph.D. Political Science Professor, University of Houston· Website: https://uh.edu/class/political-science/faculty-and-staff/professors/rottinghaus/index· Twitter: @bjrottingjausConstable Alan Rosen, Author: Finding Your Center After the Bottom Falls Out· Website: https://pct1constable.net/· Twitter: Pct1Constable
‘I’m just so glad to be here:’ Houstonians desperate for rental help find it in Precinct 1
Read full article: ‘I’m just so glad to be here:’ Houstonians desperate for rental help find it in Precinct 1HOUSTON – Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen and other local officials unveiled an Eviction Assistance Program Wednesday to help those facing eviction due to the coronavirus pandemic. The program is designed to provide resources to help people facing eviction navigate challenges. Some in the Precinct 1 Constable’s Office wondered if anyone would show up on Wednesday for the event, but cars lined up before dawn. The nearly $250,000 raised will fund the new program, which provides free legal help and other services from community partners for tenants and landlords. You can reach South Texas College of Law Houston at 346-250-1069 and Eviction Defense Coalition at 713-982-7340.
Illegal dumping in Houston: The challenge and who is investigating
Read full article: Illegal dumping in Houston: The challenge and who is investigatingHOUSTON – For decades, illegal dumping has been a challenge in Houston’s lower-income communities. AdRosen’s office has placed several examples of illegal dumping on their YouTube page. Fines and criminal charges for dumping, other public eyesoresThe criminal charges for illegal dumping can range from a misdemeanor to a felony, separate from fines. There also are many more eyesores than simply illegal dumping and the City of Houston issues fines for those as well. AdGarbage, rubbish and trashFines: 1st Offense $50 to $100, 2nd Offense $100 to $1,500, 3rd Offense $200 to $2,000.
‘God bless everybody.’: Harris County man whose eviction story went viral thanks people who helped in emotional video
Read full article: ‘God bless everybody.’: Harris County man whose eviction story went viral thanks people who helped in emotional videoIn an emotional press conference Friday, held with Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Al Rosen, 24-year-old Israel Rodriguez said the donated money would help him get his life back together. In between tears, Rodriguez said he was grateful for the money that was donated to help him and his family, including his two young children, ages 2 and 4. “Everybody that helped me out all over the world.”Rodriguez said he’s now staying at a hotel. The public response even touched Rosen, whose office handled the eviction. The constable said his office is also holding off on evictions for now following the recent CDC moratorium.
Man accused of sexually assaulting teen he met through social media app, officials say
Read full article: Man accused of sexually assaulting teen he met through social media app, officials sayHOUSTON A man is accused of sexually assaulting a teen that he met through a social media app on June 2, according to investigators with the Human Trafficking Division of the Harris County Precinct One Constables Office. Juan Miguel Moncada, 25 was arrested and charged with two felony offenses: Sexual assault of a child and tampering with evidence on July 30. Women and girls are too often treated as criminals in cases like this, said Constable Alan Rosen. Precinct One has established a hotline where you can always report human trafficking. Anyone with information about human trafficking victims is asked to call 832-927-1650.
Ex-Houston Chronicle sports reporter accused of attempted sexual assault of child, online solicitation
Read full article: Ex-Houston Chronicle sports reporter accused of attempted sexual assault of child, online solicitationHOUSTON – An ex-Houston Chronicle sports reporter was arrested Thursday and faces new charges of attempted sexual assault of a child and online solicitation, according to the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office. Officials say subsequent investigations led to new charges being filed against him and his arrest Thursday near the 100 block of Chelsea Boulevard, in the city’s Museum District. “Investigators say Atkins began chatting with a 15 year old girl on Instagram last December,” officials wrote on Facebook. We believe the girl was with Atkins on at least three occasions.”Hunter Atkins, 31, faces charges including with attempted sexual assault of a child and online solicitation, according to the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable's Office. Such predators will not be tolerated.”The Houston Chronicle reports Atkins was employed at the newspaper’s sports department until February.
2 children, 1 adult hurt after vehicle slams into day care in NW Harris County, officials say
Read full article: 2 children, 1 adult hurt after vehicle slams into day care in NW Harris County, officials sayHOUSTON – Two children and an adult were injured after a vehicle struck a day care Wednesday afternoon in northwest Harris County, according to Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen. The incident was reported around 2 p.m. in the 8000 block of Antoine Drive. Officials said the driver attempted to run from the scene but was arrested. They also said the man, who was in his 20’s, was driving a car reported stolen by his aunt. Please check back for updates.
Harris County Precinct 1 partners with faith-based leaders to give out free masks, gloves
Read full article: Harris County Precinct 1 partners with faith-based leaders to give out free masks, glovesEach driver waited patiently to get free masks and gloves. The initiative was started by Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen. “We are focusing on getting masks and gloves in areas and communities that are some of the hardest-hit areas,” Rosen said. Over the next 10 days, his team will be distributing gloves and masks at seven different churches. Harris County Precinct 1 hosts free drive-thru mask, gloves giveaway (Harris County Precinct One)Starting Monday, anyone in Harris County 10 years and older must wear a mask in public, which Galveston County Judge Mark Henry called unconstitutional.
Free mask distribution: This is where you can get a free mask, gloves in Houston
Read full article: Free mask distribution: This is where you can get a free mask, gloves in HoustonHOUSTON – Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale helped give away 10,000 free masks Friday from 5 a.m. - 9 a.m. at the Gallery Furniture North Freeway store to help Houstonians stay safe from COVID-19. The Harris County Precinct One Constable’s Office distributed the PPE. God’s Grace Church, 9944 W. Montgomery in Houston, at 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.Canaan Baptist Church, 5117 Lockwood Drive in Houston, from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. True Light Missionary Baptist Church, 7102 N Main in Houston, from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. Effective Monday, April 27, masks are legally required in Harris County per an executive order signed today by Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo.
Sheriff: No mass release planned at Harris County Jail
Read full article: Sheriff: No mass release planned at Harris County JailHarris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez addressed Thursday a rumor circulating of a planned mass release of inmates at the county jail. However, the Harris County Sheriff's Office does report that the inmate population is smaller since the coronavirus pandemic took hold. daily jail population was around 9,100. The Harris County Jail is monitoring the temperatures of inmates. Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen has outfitted his deputies with protective gear and insists that prisoners in patrol cars be transported with masks on.