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Woman on the run after shooting ex-boyfriend outside Bellaire Police Department
Read full article: Woman on the run after shooting ex-boyfriend outside Bellaire Police DepartmentA woman is being sought by Bellaire police after allegedly shooting her ex-boyfriend outside the Bellaire Police Department.
PHOTOS: Law enforcement gather to honor Harris County Pct. 4 Corporal Maher Husseini in procession to funeral home
Read full article: PHOTOS: Law enforcement gather to honor Harris County Pct. 4 Corporal Maher Husseini in procession to funeral homeLaw enforcement from across the area gathered to pay tribute to Harris County Pct. 4 Corporal Maher Husseini as his body was transported to a funeral home.
TIMELINE: Harris County deputy gunned down at stoplight, suspect arrested after driving into Galveston Bay
Read full article: TIMELINE: Harris County deputy gunned down at stoplight, suspect arrested after driving into Galveston BayHarris County Precinct 4 Deputy Constable Maher Husseini was fatally shot while stopped at a red light in Houston by suspect Athir Murady, who fled the scene.
PHOTOS: Heavy police presence outside Ben Taub hospital after Harris County Pct. 4 deputy constable gunned down
Read full article: PHOTOS: Heavy police presence outside Ben Taub hospital after Harris County Pct. 4 deputy constable gunned downLocal law enforcement officers have gathered outside of Ben Taub Hospital Tuesday afternoon after the shooting death of a Harris County Pct. 4 deputy constable.
Man suspected in fatal shooting near Third Ward identified, still on the run
Read full article: Man suspected in fatal shooting near Third Ward identified, still on the runPolice officers with the University of Houston Police Department and TSU Police Department are assisting Metro police in the search for a man involved in a deadly shooting on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Houston Police Department.
Mayoral candidate wants change, Harris Health to ask for $2.5B, doctor writes new book, and more on Houston Newsmakers
Read full article: Mayoral candidate wants change, Harris Health to ask for $2.5B, doctor writes new book, and more on Houston NewsmakersA Houston mayoral candidate wants to solve the city’s problems.
County health leaders launch Hospital Violence Interruption Program at Ben Taub Hospital
Read full article: County health leaders launch Hospital Violence Interruption Program at Ben Taub HospitalCounty health officials are helping patients who have been hurt in these incidents through their “Hospital Violence Interruption Program” at Ben Taub Hospital.
‘Very scary situation’: 2 off-duty HCSO deputies critically hurt in major crash on I-10 Katy Freeway near Beltway 8, sheriff says
Read full article: ‘Very scary situation’: 2 off-duty HCSO deputies critically hurt in major crash on I-10 Katy Freeway near Beltway 8, sheriff saysTwo off-duty deputies with Harris County Sheriff’s Office were hurt in a major crash on Sunday, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.
Levels ‘slightly above industry standards’ of Legionella bacterium found in water supply in Ben Taub Hospital, officials say
Read full article: Levels ‘slightly above industry standards’ of Legionella bacterium found in water supply in Ben Taub Hospital, officials sayThree areas with levels slightly above industry standards of Legionella bacterium were found in the Neuro-Psychiatric Center on the Ben Taub Hospital campus, according to Harris Health System.
Second arrest made in fatal shooting of 8-year-old boy in east Harris County in June, HCSO says
Read full article: Second arrest made in fatal shooting of 8-year-old boy in east Harris County in June, HCSO saysA second arrest has been made in the fatal shooting of an 8-year-old boy in east Harris County in June, according to Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Suspect accused of fatally shooting 8-year-old during drive-by in June arrested, charged: HCSO
Read full article: Suspect accused of fatally shooting 8-year-old during drive-by in June arrested, charged: HCSOA suspect accused of fatally shooting an 8-year-old during a drive-by in east Harris County in June has been arrested, deputies said.
Maintenance worker dies after being shot in chest at SW Houston apartment complex: HPD
Read full article: Maintenance worker dies after being shot in chest at SW Houston apartment complex: HPDA search for two suspects is underway after police said a maintenance worker was shot and killed at an apartment complex in southwest Houston Thursday night.
19-year-old accused of fatally shooting man during road rage incident in east Harris County: HCSO
Read full article: 19-year-old accused of fatally shooting man during road rage incident in east Harris County: HCSOA 19-year-old suspect is in custody after Harris County sheriff’s deputies said he shot and killed a man during a road rage incident in east Harris County Wednesday.
Photos released of vehicle allegedly used in fatal drive-by shooting of 7-year-old in east Harris County
Read full article: Photos released of vehicle allegedly used in fatal drive-by shooting of 7-year-old in east Harris CountyHomicide investigators have released surveillance photos of a vehicle allegedly used in a drive-by shooting that killed an innocent 7-year-old boy who was struck by a bullet while in his bedroom in east Harris County.
7-year-old boy fatally shot while in his bed during drive-by shooting in east Harris County, HCSO says
Read full article: 7-year-old boy fatally shot while in his bed during drive-by shooting in east Harris County, HCSO saysAn investigation is underway after Harris County sheriff’s deputies said a 7-year-old boy was shot and killed during a drive-by shooting in east Harris County Sunday.
19-year-old man dies while in Harris County Jail after fight with another inmate, HCSO confirms
Read full article: 19-year-old man dies while in Harris County Jail after fight with another inmate, HCSO confirmsA Harris County Jail inmate died Sunday at Ben Taub Hospital after being involved in a physical altercation with another inmate late Friday evening, the sheriff’s office said Monday.
Woman struck, killed in fatal crash involving intoxicated driver on Katy Freeway, police say
Read full article: Woman struck, killed in fatal crash involving intoxicated driver on Katy Freeway, police sayHouston police are investigating a fatal crash after a woman was struck and killed by a driver who police said was intoxicated.
HCSO deputy shot in hand at Ben Taub after prisoner grabs gun during attempted escape, officials say
Read full article: HCSO deputy shot in hand at Ben Taub after prisoner grabs gun during attempted escape, officials sayA prisoner is now in custody after shots were fired inside Ben Taub Hospital after getting into a struggle with a Harris County Sheriff’s deputy over a gun Wednesday, according to the Houston Police Department.
Man found shot at apartment complex in northwest Harris County dies, deputies say
Read full article: Man found shot at apartment complex in northwest Harris County dies, deputies sayHOUSTON – Harris County sheriff’s deputies are investigating a deadly shooting at an apartment complex in northwest Harris County Wednesday. Deputies said the shooting happened at an apartment complex in the 4200 block of Clay Hill Drive around 3 a.m. The family told deputies they later heard gunshots and went outside to find the victim on the ground. To our community members near Clay Rd/Hwy 6: @HCSOTexas units responded to a shooting at at an apartment complex located at 4211 Clay Hill Dr. Investigators said they are working to find out who shot the man and why.
Drugs recovered near scene of deadly shooting in southwest Houston, police say
Read full article: Drugs recovered near scene of deadly shooting in southwest Houston, police sayHOUSTON – Police said they discovered drugs and dozens of shell casings at the scene of what they believe was a deadly “drug deal gone bad” in southwest Houston Monday. Officers said the shooting happened outside of the Ojos Locos Sports Cantina off the Southwest Freeway near Bissonnett around 9:30 p.m. That’s where police found a man shot in the parking lot along, with at least 8-10 lbs. According to investigators, the victim was taken to the Ben Taub Hospital, where he later died. Investigators said 20 to 30 bullet casings were found at the scene, along with bullet holes in a Cricket Store nearby as well as several cars. Officers said there were at least two suspects involved in the incident.
Man with knife injured in officer-involved shooting in Ben Taub Hospital parking garage, police say
Read full article: Man with knife injured in officer-involved shooting in Ben Taub Hospital parking garage, police sayHOUSTON – A suspect is in custody after police said shots were fired on the second floor of the Ben Taub Hospital parking garage Monday. Officers said they were called to the hospital’s parking garage located in the 1500 block of Ben Taub Loop around 1:30 a.m. after a man went to the hospital to check himself in for psychological distress. According to Chief Art Acevedo, the suspect charged at the officer, who then fired his gun at least two times. After the failed attempt, he was taken into custody, Acevedo said. Police said the suspect is in surgery and the officer is on limited duty while the shooting is being investigated.
Bicyclist, innocent driver dead after crash involving chase suspect in NW Harris County: HCSO
Read full article: Bicyclist, innocent driver dead after crash involving chase suspect in NW Harris County: HCSOHOUSTON – Investigators said two people are dead after a driver hit them while trying to get away from Harris County sheriff’s deputies in northwest Harris County Monday. Simon Cheng of HCSO, a deputy saw a Mercedes driven by Alexis Saborit going over the speed limit and tried to stop Saborit. The deputy said Saborit didn’t stop and led the deputy on a chase southbound on Veterans Memorial past the 249 intersection. An @HCSO_D1Patrol DWI unit was involved in a brief pursuit where the suspect went into oncoming traffic at the 9500 block of Veterans Memorial Dr. and struck another vehicle. Once released from the hospital, Saborit will be booked into the county jail charged with two counts of felony murder.
KPRC 2 reporter Brandon Walker meets teen who helped save his life
Read full article: KPRC 2 reporter Brandon Walker meets teen who helped save his lifeHOUSTON – KPRC 2 reporter Brandon Walker was visited by the teen who helped save his life after he was hit by a truck in Houston earlier this month. READ MORE: ALL ABOUT BRANDON WALKERWalker thanked the Lamar High School senior, Alex Park, for jumping in and saving his life during the incident. I’m told Alex was headed to the cinema when he saw my body in the street. Posted by KPRC2 Brandon Walker on Monday, January 27, 2020You can stay up to date with Walker’s progression by following his Facebook page. Read: KPRC 2 reporter Brandon Walker shares survival story after he was hit by a truck in Houston
Inmate who escaped at Ben Taub Hospital back in police custody, officials say
Read full article: Inmate who escaped at Ben Taub Hospital back in police custody, officials sayHOUSTON – An inmate who escaped police custody around 7 p.m. Wednesday night at Ben Taub Hospital was captured and back in custody Thursday, according to the Houston Police Department. Officials said the female inmate, Collin Danielle Anderson, 37, was still wearing a hospital gown when she requested to use the restroom. The male officer allowed Anderson to the bathroom, but could not enter the restroom with her, police said. This precaution was shortly lifted after it was determined that Anderson likely left the hospital. Anderson was originally taken into custody on a narcotics possession charge.
‘Thankful’: KPRC 2 reporter Brandon Walker shares survival story after he was hit by a truck in Houston
Read full article: ‘Thankful’: KPRC 2 reporter Brandon Walker shares survival story after he was hit by a truck in HoustonHOUSTON – KPRC 2 reporter Brandon Walker is sharing his story of survival after he was hit by a truck in Houston last week. READ MORE: ALL ABOUT BRANDON WALKERWalker shared on social media that he was walking in a crosswalk when he was struck. “I’ll be off the air recovering for the next few months,” Walker wrote. “Despite the road ahead, I cannot stress how thankful I am to be alive,” Walker wrote. “Better yet, I cannot stress how thankful I am to live.”
Excessive force? Man claims Baytown officers wrongly assaulted him
Read full article: Excessive force? Man claims Baytown officers wrongly assaulted himA man said he was wrongly arrested and badly beaten by officers from the Baytown Police Department after he pulled into a parking lot to put an address into his phone's GPS app.