The family of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas is calling for a public apology from former Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo after the conviction of ex-officer Gerald Goines.

Former Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo defended his decision to order the deactivation of body cameras during the aftermath of the deadly Harding Street raid. Acevedo shared HPD’s updated 2021 policy on body-worn cameras, which allows deactivation "when approved by a supervisor on extended scenes."

Former Houston Police Department Chief Art Acevedo has decided not to immediately comment on the bombshell video evidence and testimony that played inside the courtroom during the murder trial of former HPD Officer Gerald Goines.

A bombshell development emerged at the start of the third day of the murder trial involving former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines.

The trial of former HPD narcotics officer Gerald Goines continues with gripping testimonies. Officer Rios, under cross-examination, revealed his body camera was only turned on after shots were fired.

The following is a timeline of several stories KPRC 2 Investigates has produced involving former HPD Chief Art Acevedo ranging from Harding Street, to his firing as police chief in Miami, to a recent report showing HPD’s former chief being served while in uniform in Aurora, Colorado (his now former employer) for the Harding Street civil lawsuit.

It’s been five years since HPD narcotics officers gunned down homeowners Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas.

Total amount in legal bills passed onto Houstonians is now $2.9 million

The former police chief was commanded to take part in a deposition involving the Harding Street Raid. KPRC 2 Investigates learned why he can't make it to the hearing.

For the third time in less than three years, Art Acevedo is no longer the chief of a police department.

Former Houston Police Department Chief Art Acevedo’s reputation and career were on full display in Miami on Monday during a special meeting focused on his job performance after only five months.

Here are things to know for Monday, April 5:

Troy Finner has been sworn in as Houston’s next Chief of Police.

HOUSTON – The Houston City Council voted unanimously Wednesday to approve the appointment of Troy Finner as the next police chief. Finner takes over for outgoing Chief Art Acevedo, who is leaving to become the top cop in Miami. Finner is a native of Houston and grew up in the Fifth Ward. He attended James Madison High School and earned a bachelor’s degree from Sam Houston State University and a master’s degree from the University of Houston. Finner takes the helm at HPD on April 5.

We talk about COVID Relief, efforts to reach bipartisan agreements, the immigration crisis at the border and Republican efforts to revamp voting rights in states across the country, on this week’s Houston Newsmakers and here on Newsmakers EXTRA with Rep. Lizzie Fletcher. They never lost their job.”Congressman Dan Crenshaw, (R) 2nd says the American Rescue Plan is overloaded with spending not needed. “Is this really fair?” he said on this week’s Houston Newsmakers with Khambrel Marshall. Also this week, the challenge of working across the aisle on other issues such as infrastructure and his highest priorities local on Newsmakers EXTRA with Rep. Dan Crenshaw. More Information:Chief Art Acevedo, Houston Police Chief· Website: https://www.houstontx.gov/police/chief/· Twitter: @ArtAcevedoU.S. Rep. Lizzie Fletcher (D), 7th Congressional DistrictAd· Website: https://fletcher.house.gov/· Twitter: @RepFletcherU.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R), 2nd Congressional· Website: https://crenshaw.house.gov/· Twitter: @RepDanCrenshaw

Houston Texans release new statement confirming NFL investigation into Deshaun Watson lawsuitsThe Houston Texans released a statement Thursday confirming that the NFL will be conducting an investigation into the allegations made against Texans star Deshaun Watson. We continue to take this and all matters involving anyone within the Houston Texans organization seriously. School nurses have become crucial in battling the pandemic, but Texas doesn’t require districts to have themUnlike their peers in hospital COVID-19 units, school nurses have not had to care for dying patients. Texas law doesn’t require public schools to have full-time nurses, and many don’t. In 2019-2020, more than 8,000 Texas public schools employed about 6,100 full-time school nurses, according to state data.

HOUSTON – Troy Finner is set to become the new chief of the Houston Police Department, Mayor Sylvester Turner announced Thursday during a press conference. Finner formerly served as executive assistant under current HPD Chief Art Acevedo, who recently said he has taken a job as the top cop in Miami. Finner began working at HPD in 1990 and has served in several capacities over his 31-year-career. Turner said he earned “his stripes in HPD,” which has prepared him to lead from day one. Ad“(Finner) has earned the trust and respect of people in every corner of our community,” Turner said.

HOUSTON, Texas – HPD Chief Art Acevedo made a grim proclamation for the City of Houston on Tuesday, “Get ready for 500 murders,” said Acevedo during an afternoon news conference at HPD headquarters. This said, there are two homicides from Acevedo’s tenure that stand out the most. They are the shooting deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas by HPD in the deadly botched raid on Harding Street. When asked how challenging will it be for Acevedo to leave Houston knowing that Harding Street remains unfinished? Acevedo said, “I’ll be back for Harding Street because it happened on my watch.”AdWatch the video below to hear John Nicholas, brother of Rhogena Nicholas, speak about Acevedo’s departure.

(AP Photo/Eric Gay)Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo has accepted a position to become the next police chief in Miami, leaving Houston after just over four years in the role. — Houston Mayor's Office (@houmayor) March 15, 2021Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez shared his farewell to Acevedo, writing “Wishing Chief @ArtAcevedo and his family all the best. — SulemaChapa (@Sulema95388285) March 15, 2021Good, maybe we can get someone that can fight crime better — osito (@obdulio32) March 15, 2021Chief Art Acevedo, @ArtAcevedo. — Janet Mayfield, MLA (@theflutelady) March 15, 2021So Chief Acevedo moving to Miami. 🥲 — 🗡Mikasa (@Ohellalison) March 15, 2021Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo is leaving our city for Miami.

U.S. President Joe Biden rides in the presidential limousine following his inauguration on January 20, 2021 in Washington, DC. Biden became the 46th president of the United States earlier today during the ceremony at the U.S. Capitol. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)HOUSTON – Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo is warning drivers to anticipate delays in traffic across the area Friday as President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden visit Houston. Please expect traffic delays in the city of @HoustonTX as we move @POTUS and other dignitaries around the city. #RelationalPolicing — Chief Art Acevedo (@ArtAcevedo) February 26, 2021Intermittent delays are expected to begin at noon and stretch into the evening commute as police facilitate the president in and around the 610 loop.

Police identified the body of missing teen, 16-year-old Izaac Ramirez, who was last seen on Jan. 6, 2021 in the Houston area. HOUSTON – Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo announced Friday that the body of a missing teen found earlier this week has been identified as a missing Houston teen. Houston police were dispatched to the home and were informed that a family member found the victim deceased inside a backyard shed, per a release. “Please keep him and his family in your prayers,” Acevedo wrote on Twitter on Friday. Anyone with information, in this case, is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Joe Biden visits HPD Officer Taylor Roccaforte on Sept. 15, 2019 after he was shot by a suspect following the DNC presidential debate at Texas Southern University on Sept. 12, 2019. HOUSTON – Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo recalled a fond memory of now-President Joe Biden on Twitter Wednesday, shortly after Biden was sworn into office. On Thursday Sept 12, 2019, a @houstonpolice officer was shot by a suspect shortly after the end of the @DNC Presidential Debate @TexasSouthern. Acevedo said the officer, family and hospital staff were all lifted by Biden’s visit. Acevedo said the officer, Taylor Roccaforte, shared two photos of Biden’s visit on Sept. 15, 2019.

A Houston police officer is under investigation for his role in the riot at the U.S. Capitol last week, Chief Art Acevedo announced Wednesday. “There is no excuse for criminal activity, especially from a police officer,” Acevedo said. Since the officer wasn’t acting in a law enforcement capacity at the time, he said the union will not be involved. “Whether it’s this person or anyone else, everybody that was involved in [the Capitol riot] should face federal charges,” Alvarado said. Earlier Wednesday, political news site The Appeal published a tracker tallying the total number of law enforcement officers from around the country who participated in the Capitol riot.

HOUSTON – Houston police said Thursday morning that an officer accused of “penetrating” the U.S. Capitol building last week has announced his resignation from the department. https://t.co/5HlwgGuIJf — Chief Art Acevedo (@ArtAcevedo) January 14, 2021Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo said during remarks Wednesday that the Houston police officer -- on his own time -- attended the Trump rally in Washington and then “penetrated” the U.S. Capitol building last week. There is an investigation underway and Acevedo said he is “highly confident” he will be facing federal charges. “There is no excuse for criminal activity, especially from a police officer,” Acevedo said. FILE - In this Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021 file photo, supporters of President Donald Trump gather outside the U.S. Capitol in Washington.

HOUSTON – 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.

HOUSTON – Houston Police Department Chief Art Acevedo held a news conference Friday morning to address the surging homicide numbers in the city. Not yet, according to the numbers announced by Acevedo. When asked if it’s the right strategy, Acevedo replied without hesitation: “Of course.” Asked again, Acevedo replied: “Absolutely. Acevedo replied: “I don’t know your numbers right now.” KPRC 2 Investigates reminded the chief they were his department’s numbers. Surging homicidesWatch a replay of the special report from KPRC 2′s Mario Diaz that aired Tuesday about the rising homicide numbers in the city.

HOUSTON – The attorney of a man accused in the shooting of a Houston police sergeant sent a formal request to turn the investigation into the shooting over to the Texas Rangers. Soliz is charged with murder in connection with the shooting death of Houston Police Department Sgt. Jurisdictions all over the country, and especially here in Texas, routinely turn officer involved shooting cases over to outside agencies, which in Texas means the Texas Rangers. There is no downside to turning this case over to the Texas Rangers. There is no downside to turning this case over to the Texas Rangers.

HOUSTON – Houston police Sgt. Sean Rios was killed Monday afternoon during a shootout along the North Freeway in Houston, according to HPD Chief Art Acevedo. According to the Houston Police Officers Union, Rios served in the Marines. Sean Rios (Houston Police Officers Union)Sgt. Sean Rios (Houston Police Officers Union)

Dozens of police motorcycles and vehicles lined up in a parking lot on the campus of Texas Southern University to escort fallen HPD Sgt. Harold Preston to a north Texas cemetery. Harold Preston? | Fiancee of fallen HPD Sgt. Harold L. Preston Arrives at North Athens Cemetery Pt 2 #RIPSgtPreston https://t.co/lLluToXxAv — Houston Police (@houstonpolice) October 31, 2020

HOUSTON – Family, friends and colleagues honored a fallen Houston police sergeant Thursday. Harold Preston was killed in the line of duty last week while responding to a domestic disturbance. Harold Preston? READ: Fiancee of fallen HPD Sgt. Harold Preston: ‘He can’t take away my memories’

The responding officers, 3-year veteran Officer Courtney Waller, 41-year veteran Sgt. Harold Preston and a 5-year veteran officer arrived at the scene and met Manzano’sestranged wife, who had called police. READ: 41-year veteran HPD Officer Sgt. Preston was surrounded by family when he died at the hospital Tuesday, HPD Chief Art Acevedo said. Police said Manzano was taken into custody and hospitalized at Ben Taub after he was shot in the stomach by Sgt.

HOUSTON – Houston authorities said veteran Houston Police Officer Sgt. Harold Preston has died after a shooting near NRG Tuesday morning. Harold Preston, who was shot and killed in the line of duty this morning. The responding officers -- a 3-year veteran officer, a 5-year veteran officer and Preston -- arrived at the scene and met the woman who had called police. The two officers who were shot -- Courtney Waller and Preston -- were transported to Memorial Hermann Hospital at 9:32.

HOUSTON – A group of local community leaders proposed a Houston Police Independent Citizens Investigative Board to create transparency between the community and the Houston Police Department. The board would be comprised of community members from multiple organizations and the law schools at Texas Southern University and the University of Houston. The citizens' investigative board would work to ban the use of no-knock warrants. According to the proposal, the board would be funded by the City of Houston budget not to exceed $3 million a year. Turner also appointed a Policing Reforms Task Force to review Houston Police Department policies and practices.

HOUSTON – Family, friends and community members came together Saturday to hold a candlelight vigil for 27-year-old Nicolas Chavez. So when he left I not only lost my son but I lost my best friend. I don’t know what to say other than I love him,” said Nicolas' mother Leantha Chavez. The vigil was also an opportunity for loved ones to demand an end to police violence. “This is our son Nicolas Casey Chavez Junior.

“Although you may not see us, we will have eyes on stores, gun stores, pharmacies, etc. Although you may not see us, we will have eyes on stores, gun stores, pharmacies, etc. — Chief Art Acevedo (@ArtAcevedo) August 25, 2020Furthermore, the chief warned that its partners at the Harris County District Attorney office will hold suspected looters accountable. — Harris County DA (@HarrisCountyDAO) August 26, 2020In 2017, Texas lawmakers vowed zero tolerance for looters following thefts reported in wake of Hurricane Harvey. Additionally, Harris County prosecutors requested a higher bond for dozens of suspected looters.

While a federal lawsuit addressed inequities in misdemeanor cases, the way bond in felony cases is handled remains in dispute. Kahan said his research found 42 such defendants in murder cases since 2018. Many in law enforcement, including Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo, have been particularly critical of a system allowing those accused of crimes to be released on multiple bonds. “We have people that have been booked for murder, charged with murder, released while charged with murder and murdering again,” said Acevedo. 9 similar defendantsHere is a closer look at the similar bond cases that Channel 2 Investigates found.

HOUSTON A suspect was killed in an officer-involved shooting Tuesday afternoon in downtown Houston, according to police. The shooting was reported in the 1900 block of Travis Street. No officers were injured in the shooting, according to HPD Chief Art Acevedo. This is a developing story.

HOUSTON – Houston police Chief Art Acevedo said the city could see a five-year high in the number of murders, if the current trend of cases continues. “We went from the last two years being towards five-year lows to a five-year high is what we’re projecting,” Acevedo said. This is a 37% increase in the number of murders seen during the same time last year. “We know there’s been a lot of uptick in violence in terms of the drug trafficking and murders related to drug trafficking and the drug market,” Acevedo said. However, Acevedo did not point to one single factor as being the main reason behind the increase in homicide cases.

HOUSTON – On Wednesday, Houston police tweeted the full 66-page audit of the HPD Narcotics Division that was ordered after the botched January 2019 Harding Street raid. The internal review of the department’s narcotics division from Jan. 28, 2016 to Jan. 28, 2019 was ordered after the fatal raid left Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas dead. Bryant also assisted Goines on 27% of the cases reviewed in the audit. One major issue found by the audit was expense discrepancies including incorrect amounts, incorrect addresses and inaccurate weight of drugs. READ: Full audit report tweeted by Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo

HOUSTON – A new task force on police reform, announced Wednesday by Mayor Sylvester Turner, will take a closer look at the city’s Independent Police Oversight Board. Douglas has long pushed the city for an oversight board that initiates it’s own investigations and takes its findings to the District Attorney’s office, which is something the board cannot do right now. “It’s a nice thing to say we have a citizens’ review board, but if they can’t do anything it’s just window dressing,” he said. He told KPRC 2 that board members are unpaid volunteers who review about 275 cases each year. The board can’t start its own investigations, only review cases provided by HPD.

HOUSTON Mayor Sylvester Turner appointed a 45-member task force to outline recommendations for policing reform in Houston. Laurence Larry Payne was selected by Turner to serve as chair of the police reform task force. He also named five special advisors to the task force. The task force will meet for the first time during the week of July 6, according to Houston officials. But, we are doing our best to respond.Here is the complete list of the Mayors Task Force of Policing Reform:

HOUSTON Houston police are investigating after a station on the southeast side of town came under fire on Monday night, officers said. With the help of HPDs air unit, Acevedo said officers found and safely detained the suspects believed to be involved. With help of our Air Unit we found & safely detain suspects believed to be involved. We have recovered an AK-47 style assault rifle. Chief Art Acevedo (@ArtAcevedo) June 23, 2020Acevedo said officers recovered an AK-47 style assault rifle.

“If anyone wants to see a video they need to contact the police department,” Acevedo said. Acevedo said at present, only family members would be able to review video, and only if they approved its release. Lovie Williams Linzer is one family member who asked to see the body cam video of her nephew’s death. “We want to see the video and we won’t stop.”Differing video release policiesIn 2015, Texas adopted body camera guidelines for all law enforcement in the state, but they left the decision on whether to release the videos to each individual department. HPD remains committed to working with the family representative in such incidents and to the issue of transparency regarding body worn cameras.”

HOUSTON – As emotion and energy ran through the Fountain of Praise Church on Tuesday Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner capitalized on the moment by announcing plans for a comprehensive executive order to ban chokehold. "In this city, we will ban chokeholds and strangleholds. “I would tell the elected officials that knee-jerk reaction is not what the community is wanting,” Acevedo said. “I’m very confident that with the help of the congress and here locally with our Mayor, Mayor Turner and we are going to get some really good changes that are long, long overdue,” Acevedo said. But I disagree on the issue of defunding.”The issue of defunding has been a hot topic nationally.

HOUSTON During the funeral for Houston-native George Floyd Tuesday, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner promised an executive order that would ban chokeholds and stranglehold in the city and other police reforms. What that order will say is that in this city, we will ban chokeholds and strangleholds. On Wednesday, he signed the executive order and said it was in response to the demands of protesters and demonstrators. KPRC 2 obtained a copy of Executive Order 1-67. They also must immediately report the use of such force to an on-duty supervisorRead the full Executive Order 1-67 below:

HOUSTON – The voices calling for transparency and independent police oversight grew louder following several recent officer-involved shootings and the death of George Floyd. Houston has a long-established independent police oversight board, but critics question whether the board is given enough authority. “The structure and the bones are there for the oversight board but it needs to be built upon.”President of the Houston Police Officers’ Union Joe Gamaldi argues the oversight board has a “robust set of powers.”“We have embraced the independent oversight board, we are not scared of another set of eyes. Gamaldi said the oversight board does make recommendations on officer discipline and training. During a recent protest seeking justice for Floyd in Houston, Houston Police Department Chief Art Acevedo was embraced by some while excoriated by others.

Many are demanding justice for the death of George Floyd, a black man who died after a white policeman kneeled on his neck for several minutes. Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo walks arm-in-arm with a woman during a rally for George Floyd. 📷 Mark Felix / AFP pic.twitter.com/enUIwuBHTh — NBC News (@NBCNews) June 1, 2020#Houston police chief Art Acevedo (white mask) took part in and spoke at today's peaceful protests. Brazoria County NAACP hosted a Justice 4 George Floyd healing prayer at the Shadow Creek Sports Complex in Pearland. Justice 4 George Floyd vigil LIVE: Community members host Justice 4 George Floyd prayer vigil in Pearland https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2020/05/31/blog-mayor-sylvester-turner-and-hpd-chief-art-acevedo-speak-local-pull-up-and-praise-event/ Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Sunday, May 31, 2020Houstonians also gathered Sunday at Cuney Homes in the Third Ward to pray for the family of George Floyd.

HOUSTON – Houston Police chief Art Acevedo stands in solidarity with those outraged by the death of George Floyd, a Houston-native who was killed while in police custody. As protests emerge across the country and in Houston, Acevedo said he has marched with the protestors, including rappers Trae the Truth and Bun B in the Third Ward, where Floyd grew up. We will get through this.”In recent weeks, HPD has come under fire for a rising number of officer-involved shootings in Houston. In the three years since Acevedo has been in charge, there have been 54 officer-involved shooting resulting in 20 deaths. “We are very concerned about the increase in officer-involved shootings.

HOUSTON Houston Police Department Chief Art Acevedo is seeking to honor George Floyd, a Houston native who was killed while in police custody in Minneapolis. Videos show an officer kneeling on Floyds body while other officers assisted and Floyd said he couldnt breathe. Acevedo said he has spoken with Floyds family and offered to have HPD to serve as funeral security escort to the family and Floyds body. Acevedo said Floyd was well known and well-loved throughout the city, including people on the force. You take whatever steps you need to take to reestablish that positive connection, he said at the news conference.

HOUSTON – Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo admitted to Channel 2 Investigates Wednesday that the FBI has requested information into the deadly officer-involved shooting that left a man dead in April. Nicolas Chavez, 27, was shot dead while he was on his knees by HPD officers on April 21 in southeast Houston. The shooting came under fire when a civilian video emerged showing that Chavez was on his knees at the time of the shooting. There have been six officer-involved shooting deaths involving the Houston Police Department since mid-April. The FBI monitors every officer-involved shooting nationally, however when Channel 2 Investigates asked if the department has turned over any information in the other recent shooting Acevedo said, “I don’t remember any other shootings other than the Chavez one, can you think of any other?

HOUSTON – A man was arrested and facing multiple charges after being accused of firing several shots into the air toward responding helicopters after a Houston Police Department helicopter crashed into an apartment building on May 2, according to HPD Chief Art Acevedo. Police said he shot several times after the HPD helicopter, 75-Fox, crashed, killing the tactical flight officer, Jason Knox, and injuring senior police officer Chase Cormier. Claros-Trajedo hid firearms in an air vent in his apartment after he was seen, according to court documents. Acevedo said the department will continue to investigate and will disclose more information with the community as the case unfolds. Officials from the Houston Fire Department, the Houston Police Department and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office all rushed to the scene, Acevedo said.

HOUSTON – One officer was killed, and the other officer is in critical condition after a Houston Police Department helicopter crashed early Saturday in an apartment complex in north Houston, according to local officials. According to HPD, Cormier was sworn in as an HPD officer in July 2006. Senior Police Officer Chase Cormier, 35, was sworn in as a HPD officer in July 2006. The investigation into the HPD helicopter crash will be extensive, according to Acevedo. Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Saturday, May 2, 2020KPRC 2 reporter Joel Eisenbaum provides an update from the Texas Medical Center:HPD officer killed in HPD Helicopter crash Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Saturday, May 2, 2020Watch KPRC 2 chopper above the scene of the HPD helicopter crash:HPD helicopter crash Here is a live look at the scene of the HPD helicopter crash in north Houston.

HOUSTON – One officer was killed and the other one is injured after a Houston Police Department helicopter crashed early Saturday in an apartment complex in north Houston. HPD Chief Art Acevedo said the tactical flight officer died at the hospital, while the pilot is still in surgery, but was “very banged up." The HPD crash was reported at about 2 a.m. at the Biscayne At Cityview Apartment complex located at 17050 Imperial Valley Drive, near the Greenspoint neighborhood. KPRC 2 reporter Taisha Walker provides an update from the scene:An HPD officer was killed in a helicopter crash this morning while responding to a call in the Greenspoint area. https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2020/05/02/2-officers-injured-when-hpd-helicopter-crashes-in-north-houston/ Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Saturday, May 2, 2020Watch HPD escorts fallen officer from the hospital to the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences:

A botched raid resulted in multiple Houston Police Department officers being shots and two homeowners killed. The story fell apart on Feb. 15, 2019, after Channel 2 Investigates first revealed documents showing cops manufactured an unlawful warrant prior to the raid. We’ll get to the truth.” Her office also launched an extensive review of thousands of past cases involving now-former HPD officers Gerald Goines and Steven Bryant. Last spring, Channel 2 Investigates was the first media outlet to take viewers inside the home and revealed what autopsy reports were found. At his office in Missouri, Maloney said his forensic findings had not matched with the narrative pushed out by HPD.

HOUSTON – An early-morning blast at a northwest Houston machining and manufacturing company Friday killed at least two people, according to officials. The blast happened around 4:20 a.m. at a business near Gessner Road and Clay Road. Some debris from the blast landed nearly half a mile away from the explosion site, Police Chief Art Acevedo tweeted. Watson Grinding and Manufacturing, the site of the explosion, sustained significant damage. Photos of the northwest Houston business show the exterior before and after the massive blast.

KPRC2 Investigative reporter Mario Diaz sat down with Houston Police Department Chief Art Acevedo on Friday to talk about the investigation into his department's role in a deadly shootout last month.