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Ex-Houston PD officer convicted in Harding Street raid deaths transferred to TDCJ prison unit
Read full article: Ex-Houston PD officer convicted in Harding Street raid deaths transferred to TDCJ prison unitGerald Goines, the former Houston Police Department narcotics officer convicted and sentenced to 60 years for his involvement in the 2019 Harding Street raid that led to the deaths of Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog, has been transferred to prison.
‘I hope they hear me’: DA Kim Ogg says she plans to reindict 10 Houston PD officers involved in Harding St. raid
Read full article: ‘I hope they hear me’: DA Kim Ogg says she plans to reindict 10 Houston PD officers involved in Harding St. raidIn the wake of former officer Gerald Goines' conviction, Harris County DA Kim Ogg is determined to reindict 10 Houston PD officers involved in the 2019 Harding Street raid.
Q&A: KPRC 2 exclusive interview with DA Kim Ogg after ex-HPD officer sentenced in deadly Harding St. raid
Read full article: Q&A: KPRC 2 exclusive interview with DA Kim Ogg after ex-HPD officer sentenced in deadly Harding St. raidIn a landmark decision, former Houston Police Department officer Gerald Goines has been sentenced to 60 years for his role in the deadly Harding Street raid.
KPRC 2 Investigates exclusive: DA Kim Ogg highlights community impact of historic ex-HPD murder conviction
Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates exclusive: DA Kim Ogg highlights community impact of historic ex-HPD murder convictionHarris County DA Kim Ogg called the verdict a significant step towards rejecting leniency in police misconduct cases.
‘It’s essentially a life sentence,’: Legal experts weigh in on ex-HPD cop’s 60-year prison sentence for deadly raid
Read full article: ‘It’s essentially a life sentence,’: Legal experts weigh in on ex-HPD cop’s 60-year prison sentence for deadly raidLegal experts describe the sentence as effectively a life term for the 60-year-old Goines, who will only be eligible for parole at 92.
Family of Harding St. raid victims demands apology from ex-HPD chief Acevedo
Read full article: Family of Harding St. raid victims demands apology from ex-HPD chief AcevedoThe 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.
‘It is the most important verdict in Harris County’: DA Kim Ogg, Harding St. victim’s family react to sentencing
Read full article: ‘It is the most important verdict in Harris County’: DA Kim Ogg, Harding St. victim’s family react to sentencingFormer HPD officer Gerald Goines has been sentenced to 60 years for his role in the 2019 Harding Street raid, marking a historic moment in Harris County.
Ex-Houston PD officer Gerald Goines sentenced in Harding Street raid deaths
Read full article: Ex-Houston PD officer Gerald Goines sentenced in Harding Street raid deathsGerald Goines, ex-Houston Police Department officer, has been sentenced to 60 years in prison for his role in the tragic 2019 Harding Street raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog.
‘Worst case of badge abuse in Harris County history”: Powerful closings delivered in ex-cop’s sentencing phase
Read full article: ‘Worst case of badge abuse in Harris County history”: Powerful closings delivered in ex-cop’s sentencing phaseThe fate of former Houston Police Department officer Gerald Goines hangs in the balance as a jury deliberates his sentence for the 2019 Harding Street raid that left two people dead.
PHOTOS: Former Houston cop found guilty in Harding Street raid trial escorted out of courthouse in ambulance
Read full article: PHOTOS: Former Houston cop found guilty in Harding Street raid trial escorted out of courthouse in ambulanceDuring the sentencing phase of the Harding Street murder trial, ex-HPD officer Gerald Goines experienced a medical emergency, causing a temporary pause in court proceedings.
Jury to deliberate sentence for ex-HPD cop in Harding St. murder trial Thursday
Read full article: Jury to deliberate sentence for ex-HPD cop in Harding St. murder trial ThursdayThe sentencing phase for ex-Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines continues after his conviction for the 2019 Harding Street raid that led to the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas.
Jury to decide ex-Houston officer’s fate after murder conviction
Read full article: Jury to decide ex-Houston officer’s fate after murder convictionThe sentencing phase for former Houston officer Gerald Goines has started following his conviction for the 2019 Harding Street raid that killed Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog. Goines was found guilty of fabricating information to secure a no-knock warrant, leading to a fatal encounter.
Gerald Goines’ mugshot released day after jury convicts him of murder in Harding St. Raid
Read full article: Gerald Goines’ mugshot released day after jury convicts him of murder in Harding St. RaidOfficials have released Gerald Goines’ mugshot nearly 24 hours after a guilty verdict was returned in the high-profile murder trial in the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid.
Gerald Goines convicted of murder: What other Houston officers have been convicted for killing people?
Read full article: Gerald Goines convicted of murder: What other Houston officers have been convicted for killing people?Before Wednesday, there were a few other cases against Houston police officers that resulted in convictions for negligent homicide.
Why wasn’t Houston’s ex-officer handcuffed immediately after murder conviction | Here’s what we know
Read full article: Why wasn’t Houston’s ex-officer handcuffed immediately after murder conviction | Here’s what we knowTensions ran high in the courtroom as ex-Houston officer Gerald Goines was found guilty of murder in the 2019 Harding Street raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog.
Former Houston officer convicted of murder in deaths of couple during drug raid
Read full article: Former Houston officer convicted of murder in deaths of couple during drug raidA former Houston police officer has been convicted of murder in the 2019 deaths of a couple during a drug raid at their home.
Former Houston officer found guilty of murder in deaths of couple during Harding Street raid
Read full article: Former Houston officer found guilty of murder in deaths of couple during Harding Street raidGerald Goines, an ex-Houston narcotics officer, has been found guilty of felony murder in the 2019 Harding Street raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog.
Sentencing phase next for ex-Houston PD officer found guilty of murder in Harding Street raid
Read full article: Sentencing phase next for ex-Houston PD officer found guilty of murder in Harding Street raidThe jury has entered its second day of deliberations in the high-profile trial of former Houston Police officer Gerald Goines, accused of felony murder and tampering with a government record.
First day of jury deliberations ends without a verdict in Harding Street murder trial
Read full article: First day of jury deliberations ends without a verdict in Harding Street murder trialThe Harding Street murder trial is reaching its climax as closing arguments are set to begin for ex-Houston PD narcotics officer Gerald Goines.
Jury charge language finalized ahead of closing arguments in Harding Street murder trial
Read full article: Jury charge language finalized ahead of closing arguments in Harding Street murder trialThe murder trial of ex-Houston Police officer Gerald Goines, linked to the fatal 2019 Harding Street raid, is nearing its conclusion. Both sides have rested their cases, and jury charge language will be finalized today. Closing arguments start Tuesday.
Key moments during testimonies after state rests case in Gerald Goines murder trial
Read full article: Key moments during testimonies after state rests case in Gerald Goines murder trialAfter nine days of intense testimonies, the prosecution has rested its case against former Houston narcotics officer Gerald Goines, who faces charges from the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid.
Day 9: Defense begins presenting case in Gerald Goines murder trial
Read full article: Day 9: Defense begins presenting case in Gerald Goines murder trialThe murder trial of former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines continues today. Jurors spent yesterday afternoon viewing autopsy photos of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas, the couple killed during the Harding Street raid.
Day 7: Jurors hear from Texas Ranger who investigated deadly Harding St. raid
Read full article: Day 7: Jurors hear from Texas Ranger who investigated deadly Harding St. raidDay six of the Gerald Goines murder trial saw tensions rise as Judge Nelson threatened to extend court hours if proceedings don’t move more quickly.
HPD detective says no evidence Gerald Goines fired firearm during deadly Harding St. raid
Read full article: HPD detective says no evidence Gerald Goines fired firearm during deadly Harding St. raidThe trial for ex-HPD officer Gerald Goines continues, with Detective Lujan taking the stand to discuss his probe into the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid that left Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog dead.
LIVE BLOG: Defense questions thoroughness of Harding St. home search after deadly raid
Read full article: LIVE BLOG: Defense questions thoroughness of Harding St. home search after deadly raidThe first week of former HPD officer Gerald Goines' murder trial has revealed shocking revelations, including a gripping testimony from ex-partner Steven Bryant. Read more and stay updated with 'The Bench: Gerald Goines.'
Gerald Goines murder trial: What happened during hearing into existence of bodycam video in Harding St. raid
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: What happened during hearing into existence of bodycam video in Harding St. raidJudge Veronica Nelson questioned the existence of this footage, as Bryant never personally saw the camera or its recordings.
Day 5: Defense questions thoroughness of Harding St. home search after deadly raid
Read full article: Day 5: Defense questions thoroughness of Harding St. home search after deadly raidThe first week of former HPD officer Gerald Goines' murder trial has revealed shocking revelations, including a gripping testimony from ex-partner Steven Bryant. Read more and stay updated with 'The Bench: Gerald Goines.'
The Bench: Gerald Goines, Episode 1
Read full article: The Bench: Gerald Goines, Episode 1A former Houston police officer stands trial for a deadly no-knock raid that left two people and their dog dead, with explosive allegations surfacing about the former police chief's involvement. Shocking courtroom testimony and missing body camera footage are raising serious questions about justice and police accountability.
Ex-HPD narcotics officer reveals never-before-seen body camera video of deadly Harding Street raid during testimony
Read full article: Ex-HPD narcotics officer reveals never-before-seen body camera video of deadly Harding Street raid during testimonyOn the fourth day of former HPD narcotics officer Gerald Goines' murder trial, new revelations emerged about potentially crucial, yet missing, body camera footage from the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid.
Ex-HPD Chief Acevedo silent on video showing he ordered body cam shutdown after botched Harding Street raid
Read full article: Ex-HPD Chief Acevedo silent on video showing he ordered body cam shutdown after botched Harding Street raidFormer 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.
Court video, testimony reveal former HPD Chief Art Acevedo told officer to turn off body camera after deadly raid
Read full article: Court video, testimony reveal former HPD Chief Art Acevedo told officer to turn off body camera after deadly raidA bombshell development emerged at the start of the third day of the murder trial involving former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines.
Written note by Gerald Goines confirms there was no confidential informant in deadly Harding Street raid
Read full article: Written note by Gerald Goines confirms there was no confidential informant in deadly Harding Street raidThe 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.
Day 2 of Gerald Goines murder trial: State drilling down on initial 911 call that got things going
Read full article: Day 2 of Gerald Goines murder trial: State drilling down on initial 911 call that got things goingThe murder trial of former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines continues, with the defense arguing he is being "over-charged" for the deaths in the 2019 Harding Street raid. Follow our live updates from the courtroom.
Day 1: Ex-HPD narcotics officer’s lies led to deadly Harding Street raid, prosecutors argue
Read full article: Day 1: Ex-HPD narcotics officer’s lies led to deadly Harding Street raid, prosecutors argueOn day one of Gerald Goine's murder trial, we heard from three witnesses, including two Houston Police Department officers who participated in the deadly raid.
Gerald Goines murder trial: Legal experts give predictions on trial ahead of 1st day
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: Legal experts give predictions on trial ahead of 1st dayWho will stand by Goines, and will the trial reveal if friendly fire played a role in the tragic event? Follow KPRC 2’s Mario Diaz for live updates from the courthouse every day starting September 9. What are your thoughts on the case?
Jury sequestration: What is it and should the jury in the Gerald Goines murder trial be sequestered?
Read full article: Jury sequestration: What is it and should the jury in the Gerald Goines murder trial be sequestered?As Houston braces for the trial of ex-narcotics officer Gerald Goines, who faces charges related to the deadly Harding Street raid, the question of jury sequestration takes center stage. Should jurors be isolated to avoid outside influences in this highly publicized case?
Gerald Goines murder trial: Do you think there’s a pathway to not-guilty?
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: Do you think there’s a pathway to not-guilty?With previous indictments thrown out and re-indictments issued, attorneys KPRC 2 spoke with believe Goines' defense may argue that their client's actions were within his authority and not inherently dangerous. Will the prosecutors prove otherwise?
Gerald Goines murder trial: Some of the biggest challenges the former narcotics officers team will face during trial
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: Some of the biggest challenges the former narcotics officers team will face during trialThe highly anticipated murder trial of former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines is set to begin. Prosecutors claim Goines lied to obtain a no-knock warrant, leading to the deadly raid. What are your thoughts on no-knock warrants? Share below!
Gerald Goines murder trial: Since he’s a former HPD officer, how will this trial be different?
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: Since he’s a former HPD officer, how will this trial be different?Former Houston Police Department officer Gerald Goines is set to face a jury next week for his role in the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid that left a couple and their dog dead. #Justice #HoustonPolice #HardingStreetRaid
Gerald Goines murder trial: How much of this case is political?
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: How much of this case is political?The long-awaited trial of former Houston narcotics officer Gerald Goines, accused of the 2019 murders of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas during a botched raid, begins on September 9. Amidst delays and political intrigue, the case has raised questions about justice and accountability within the Houston Police Department. With civil trials also looming, many wonder about the influence of politics in high-profile prosecutions. How will this unfold?
Deadly Harding Street Raid: 5-year delay in Gerald Goines’ murder trial raises one key question... why?
Read full article: Deadly Harding Street Raid: 5-year delay in Gerald Goines’ murder trial raises one key question... why?After a five-year wait, the families of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas may finally see justice as former HPD officer Gerald Goines faces trial for the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid. With numerous delays due to hearings, resets, and broader systemic issues, the case has spotlighted the slow pace of justice. The trial begins on September 9, and the community watches closely. What are your thoughts on the delays in this case?
Gerald Goines murder trial: What is the true impact of this case on Houstonians?
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: What is the true impact of this case on Houstonians?Next month, former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines will stand trial for the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas, killed during a botched no-knock raid in 2019. The trial sheds light on misconduct within HPD's narcotics division and raises questions about the use of no-knock warrants and government overreach. Catch every update through our series "The Bench," hosted by Mario Diaz, and see what local experts have to say.
Meet the prosecutors in the Gerald Goines’ deadly Harding Street raid murder trial
Read full article: Meet the prosecutors in the Gerald Goines’ deadly Harding Street raid murder trialIn less than two weeks, one of Harris County's most significant trials will commence, centering on former Houston Police Officer Gerald Goines and the deadly Harding Street raid. Leading the prosecution are Tanisha Manning and Keaton Forcht, both seasoned attorneys with impressive track records. Manning, a felony division chief with notable cases under her belt, and Forcht, known for prosecuting high-stakes crimes, will be pivotal in this high-profile case.
Meet the prosecutors in the Gerald Goines’ deadly Harding Street raid murder trial
Read full article: Meet the prosecutors in the Gerald Goines’ deadly Harding Street raid murder trialIn less than two weeks, one of Harris County's most significant trials will commence, centering on former Houston Police Officer Gerald Goines and the deadly Harding Street raid. Leading the prosecution are Tanisha Manning and Keaton Forcht, both seasoned attorneys with impressive track records. Manning, a felony division chief with notable cases under her belt, and Forcht, known for prosecuting high-stakes crimes, will be pivotal in this high-profile case.
Meet the defense attorneys in the Gerald Goines’ deadly Harding Street raid murder trial
Read full article: Meet the defense attorneys in the Gerald Goines’ deadly Harding Street raid murder trialIn less than two weeks, former Houston Police Department Narcotics Officer Gerald Goines will stand trial for the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas. Get to know the key defense attorneys who will play pivotal roles in this significant Harris County trial, including Nicole Deborde Hochglaube, Molly Bagshaw, Corey Fawcett, George "Mac" Secrest, and William Reagan Wynn.
Who is Judge Veronica Nelson?
Read full article: Who is Judge Veronica Nelson?As we gear up for the trial of former HPD officer Gerald Goines, get to know Judge Veronica Nelson, the trailblazing judge presiding over the case. Elected in 2022, Judge Nelson brings a wealth of experience from her time as a prosecutor and staff attorney in Harris County. Don't miss our special coverage, "The Bench," starting Monday, Sept. 9 at 8:00 a.m. on KPRC2+. Download the KPRC2+ App now to stay updated on the go!
Who is Gerald Goines? The ex-cop at the center of the deadly Harding Street raid
Read full article: Who is Gerald Goines? The ex-cop at the center of the deadly Harding Street raidGerald Goines, the ex-Houston police officer at the center of the tragic Harding Street raid, is set to go on trial for felony murder in September. The raid, which occurred over five years ago, resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas and left five officers wounded. Goines admitted that the information used to obtain the warrant was fabricated. This case has since triggered a broader investigation into systemic corruption within the Houston Police Department’s narcotics division.
THE BENCH: Gerald Goines murder trial for deadly Harding Street raid to begin Monday
Read full article: THE BENCH: Gerald Goines murder trial for deadly Harding Street raid to begin MondaySix years after the tragic Harding Street Raid that left a Houston couple dead, the trial of former HPD Officer Gerald Goines is set to begin in September. Goines faces murder charges amidst accusations of falsifying information to obtain the no-knock warrant used in the deadly raid. Stay tuned for ongoing coverage and updates on this pivotal case in Houston's history.
TIMELINE: How the deadly Harding Street Raid unfolded and what has happened since
Read full article: TIMELINE: How the deadly Harding Street Raid unfolded and what has happened sinceA police raid at a southeast Houston home Jan. 28, 2019, turned into a shootout. It ended with five officers injured and two suspects dead.
Attorneys of ex-Houston cop Gerald Goines argue to dismiss case for prosecutorial misconduct
Read full article: Attorneys of ex-Houston cop Gerald Goines argue to dismiss case for prosecutorial misconductAttorneys representing Gerald Goines, an ex-Houston police officer accused of murder for his role in a 2019 drug raid that led to the death of a couple, has called for the dismissal of charges against him after allegations of prosecutorial misconduct.
Jury selection begins in murder trial of former Houston police officer Gerald Goines
Read full article: Jury selection begins in murder trial of former Houston police officer Gerald GoinesJury selection has started in the trial of ex-Houston police officer Gerald Goines, charged with murder for his role in a 2019 Harding Street drug raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas. Prosecutors allege Goines fabricated evidence to obtain the search warrant, pointing to systemic corruption in the narcotics unit. The process is set to last several weeks, with opening statements expected on Sept. 9. 👉 What are your thoughts on this case? Share in the comments!
Jury selection to begin for murder trial of ex-Houston cop Gerald Goines who led botched Harding Street raid
Read full article: Jury selection to begin for murder trial of ex-Houston cop Gerald Goines who led botched Harding Street raid🚨 Breaking News 🚨Jury selections for the murder trial of former Houston Police Department Officer Gerald Goines are about to begin! This trial is at the center of the botched raid on Harding Street that took place in 2019. Stay tuned for updates on this important case as justice unfolds. #JusticeForHardingStreet #TrialUpdates #HoustonNews
Harding Street raid: Former Houston police officer Gerald Goines re-indicted on 2 felony murder charges
Read full article: Harding Street raid: Former Houston police officer Gerald Goines re-indicted on 2 felony murder chargesFormer Houston police officer Gerald Goines has been re-indicted on two felony murder charges. This development comes after two felony indictments against Goines were quashed last week. #GeraldGoines #HoustonPoliceDepartment #FelonyMurderCharges
Harding Street raid: Judge dismisses felony indictments against former Houston police officer Gerald Goines
Read full article: Harding Street raid: Judge dismisses felony indictments against former Houston police officer Gerald Goines📣 Breaking News! 🚨 Houston Police Officer's Felony Indictments Quashed by Judge! In a surprising turn of events, the indictments against Officer Gerald Goines, who led the deadly 2019 Harding Street drug raid, have been dismissed by a Harris County judge. The defense argued that the indictments lacked specific details of the laws he violated. Stay tuned for more updates on this case! #HoustonPolice #BreakingNews #IndictmentsDismissed
5 years after deadly Harding Street raid, still no criminal trial for former HPD Officer Gerald Goines
Read full article: 5 years after deadly Harding Street raid, still no criminal trial for former HPD Officer Gerald GoinesIt’s been five years since HPD narcotics officers gunned down homeowners Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas.
Video shows former HPD Chief Art Acevedo being served papers regarding deadly Harding Street raid
Read full article: Video shows former HPD Chief Art Acevedo being served papers regarding deadly Harding Street raidFormer HPD Chief Art Acevedo will soon be forced to answer questions regarding his actions surrounding the deadly botched raid on Harding Street from nearly five years ago.
Nearly 4 years after deadly botched raid on Harding Street, still no trial for former HPD officer who faces 2 murder charges
Read full article: Nearly 4 years after deadly botched raid on Harding Street, still no trial for former HPD officer who faces 2 murder chargesThe federal investigation into Harding Street led to additional charges, and while Bryant pleaded guilty to falsifying government records, Goines has yet to face a jury with the feds or Harris County.
Former HPD officer charged with murder in botched Harding Street raid back in court; Defense attorney seeks to quash indictments
Read full article: Former HPD officer charged with murder in botched Harding Street raid back in court; Defense attorney seeks to quash indictmentsThe deadly botched raid on Harding Street that happened nearly four years ago was front and center inside of Judge Frank Aguilar’s courtroom in Harris County’s 228th District Court on Thursday morning.
Attorney for Harding Street raid victims says family wants ‘answers, transparency and true accountability’
Read full article: Attorney for Harding Street raid victims says family wants ‘answers, transparency and true accountability’Attorneys for the families of two people who were killed during a botched Houston Police Department raid held a news conference Tuesday, continuing to demand justice in their deaths.
Texas court of criminal appeals says conviction of man arrested by ex-HPD cop Gerald Goines should be overturned
Read full article: Texas court of criminal appeals says conviction of man arrested by ex-HPD cop Gerald Goines should be overturnedA Houston man convicted on drug charges after testimony by former officer Gerald Goines is one step closer to having his case dismissed.
Man in prison 5 years to be released following wrongful drug conviction due to false testimony of officer involved in Harding Street raid, DA says
Read full article: Man in prison 5 years to be released following wrongful drug conviction due to false testimony of officer involved in Harding Street raid, DA saysFrederick Jeffrey will be released Friday on a personal recognizance bond (PR bond) after serving five years in prison.
Charges reversed for man serving 25-year sentence due to perjury, false evidence presented by ex-HPD officer Gerald Goines: DA
Read full article: Charges reversed for man serving 25-year sentence due to perjury, false evidence presented by ex-HPD officer Gerald Goines: DAA man charged with possession of controlled substance has been reversed due to findings of perjury and false evidence that was presented by former Houston Police Department Officer Gerald Goines, the Harris County District Attorney’s Office said.
Texas board recommends George Floyd receive a posthumous pardon for 2004 Houston drug arrest
Read full article: Texas board recommends George Floyd receive a posthumous pardon for 2004 Houston drug arrestGov. Greg Abbott must either approve or reject the parole board’s decision. The 2004 case involved a Houston officer later found to have lied to obtain a search warrant in a 2019 case.
2 former HPD officers involved in Harding Street raid indicted for engaging in organized crime
Read full article: 2 former HPD officers involved in Harding Street raid indicted for engaging in organized crimeFormer Houston Police officers Gerald Goines and Felipe Gallegos were indicted Wednesday for engaging in organized criminal activity, according to the Harris County District Attorney’s Office.
Harding Street raid update: Woman who pleaded guilty after fake 911 calls sentenced to 40 months in federal detention
Read full article: Harding Street raid update: Woman who pleaded guilty after fake 911 calls sentenced to 40 months in federal detentionThe woman who pleaded guilty to a charge of false information and hoaxes after the Harding Street police raid is due to be sentenced Tuesday.
Harris Co. Commissioners support pardoning George Floyd for 2004 drug arrest
Read full article: Harris Co. Commissioners support pardoning George Floyd for 2004 drug arrestTop leaders in the Texas county where George Floyd grew up are supporting a resolution calling for him to be posthumously pardoned for a 2004 drug arrest by a former Houston police officer now facing murder charges in a separate case.
Harris County DA requests posthumous pardon for George Floyd in 2004 drug conviction
Read full article: Harris County DA requests posthumous pardon for George Floyd in 2004 drug convictionA posthumous pardon for George Floyd of a 17-year-old drug conviction has been requested by Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg.
Woman accused of bogus 911 calls leading up to Harding Street raid pleads guilty
Read full article: Woman accused of bogus 911 calls leading up to Harding Street raid pleads guiltyPatricia Garcia is seen in this mug shot provided by the Texas Department of Public Safety. HOUSTON – The woman accused of making a series of fake 911 calls, setting into motion the events that led to the Harding Street police raid, has pleaded guilty. According to court documents obtained Wednesday by KPRC 2, Patricia Ann Garcia has pleaded guilty to a charge of false information and hoaxes. Federal prosecutors said Garcia, who lived near the Harding Street home where the raid happened, made a series of calls to 911 in January 2019. He’s accused of lying on an affidavit used to obtain the warrant that led to the raid.
2 years after deadly Harding Street raid, family still fights for answers
Read full article: 2 years after deadly Harding Street raid, family still fights for answersHOUSTON – The families of Rhogena Nicholas and Dennis Tuttle said Thursday they are still fighting for answers as to exactly what happened during the botched Harding Street police raid two years ago. Nicholas, Tuttle and their dog were killed Jan. 28, 2019, when police stormed their home. Former Officer Gerald Goines is accused of using bogus information to get the warrant that led to the raid. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner also defended HPD, saying the actions of a few should not taint the many. Many civil rights and police reform activists said what happened on Harding Street further highlights the need for outside oversight.
These are the 12 officers charged in Harding Street investigation
Read full article: These are the 12 officers charged in Harding Street investigationDuty photos for the 12 current and former Houston police officers charged as part of an investigation into the Harding Street raid are seen in this graphic created Jan. 25, 2021. HOUSTON – A total of 12 current and former Houston police officers have been charged as part of an investigation into the deadly Harding Street raid. Hodgie ArmstrongHodgie Armstrong is seen in this duty photo released by the Houston Police Department on Jan. 26, 2021. Felipe GallegosOfficer Felipe Gallegos (left) speaks during a news conference in Houston on Jan. 26, 2021, as his attorney, Rusty Hardin, (right) listens. Gerald GoinesOne of the officers charged in the botched Harding Street Raid that left two people dead and four officers injured appeared before a judge Monday.
Attorney claims murder charge against HPD officer in Harding Street case is politically motivated
Read full article: Attorney claims murder charge against HPD officer in Harding Street case is politically motivatedHOUSTON – A lawyer who is representing one of the officers charged in connection with the deadly Harding Street police raid claimed Tuesday that the charge is politically motivated. Gallegos was one of six Houston officers who were newly charged in the case Monday. He said the grand jury declined to hear from Gallegos before handing up the indictment. You can watch a replay of Griffith’s news conference below:Ogg respondsOgg said in a written statement that a grand jury made the determination to charge Gallegos. With two police officers now charged with murder, Houstonians are finally getting the truth about what really happened on Harding St.”
Charges against man convicted by Goines testimony 12 years ago dropped
Read full article: Charges against man convicted by Goines testimony 12 years ago droppedHOUSTON – The charges against a man who was convicted of drug crimes in 2008 on the basis of testimony by then-Houston police narcotics Officer Gerald Goines have been dropped. Otis Mallet Jr. was cleared of the charges after Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg filed a motion saying that “no credible evidence exists” against him. “What happened to Mr. Mallet was the result of deliberate lies testified to by Gerald Goines and relied upon prosecutors years ago,” Ogg said in a written statement. This dismissal is a down payment on restoring community trust in our criminal justice system.”Former HPD officer Gerald Goines. Goines is accused of lying on the affidavit used to obtain the warrant that led to the raid.
Grand jury indicts 6 former Houston narcotics officers
Read full article: Grand jury indicts 6 former Houston narcotics officersHOUSTON – A grand jury indicted six former Houston Police Department narcotics officers Thursday on a total of 17 charges, Harris County prosecutors. The indictments come after prosecutors charged the six officers with crimes they said were uncovered during an investigation of HPD’s narcotics division prompted by the deadly Harding Street police raid that killed two residents and injured five officers in January 2019. Former HPD Lt. Robert Gonzales has been indicted on a charge of misapplication of fiduciary property. “These indictments reinforce our decision to prosecute the graft, greed and corruption in this troubled Houston Police division,” Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg said in a written statement. Prosecutors have initiated a review of more than 14,000 cases involving HPD’s narcotics division.
HPD narcotics officer relieved of duty as part of ‘internal investigation’
Read full article: HPD narcotics officer relieved of duty as part of ‘internal investigation’HOUSTON – A narcotics officer with the Houston Police Department was relieved of duty last week as part of an investigation by the department. A spokesman for HPD said Officer Juan Martinez was relieved of duty on July 16. Houston police Chief Art Acevedo would not elaborate on the nature of the investigation or why Martinez was fired. “The officer is the subject of a proactive internal investigation,” Acevedo said in a written statement. Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg said prosecutors are reviewing more than 14,000 cases involving HPD’s narcotics division.
Victim of former HPD officer Gerald Goines files lawsuit after spending 7 years in prison
Read full article: Victim of former HPD officer Gerald Goines files lawsuit after spending 7 years in prisonHOUSTON – A man who spent seven years in prison is now suing former Houston Police Department officer Gerald Goines. Bryon Prophet was arrested in 2008 and charged with possession with intent to deliver, a crime he says he didn’t commit. Twelve years later, Prophet is filing a wrongful incarceration and a civil rights lawsuit against Goines, former HPD Chief Harold Hurtt and the city of Houston. Prophet said his arrest has negatively impacted his life and hopes this lawsuit will prevent a similar situation from happening to anyone else. He said he would like his conviction overturned, in addition, says he wants HPD to develop better policies.
6 former HPD officers, including Gerald Goines and Steven Bryant, face 15 new felonies linked to botched Harding Street raid
Read full article: 6 former HPD officers, including Gerald Goines and Steven Bryant, face 15 new felonies linked to botched Harding Street raidHOUSTON – Six former Houston police narcotics officers, including Gerald Goines and Steven Bryant, face new felony charges after being accused of falsifying documents about drug payments to informants. Five HPD officers were also hurt in the gunfire. If convicted, the tampering charge carries a penalty of between 2-10 years in prison and the theft charge carries a fine of between $2,500 and $30,000. If convicted, the tampering charges carry a penalty of between 6 months and 2 years in jail. Full statement below: pic.twitter.com/1j4bt5I1Ho — Houston Police Officers' Union (@HPOUTX) July 1, 2020KPRC 2 has covered the botched Harding Street raid extensively.
FULL REPORT: Audit of HPD Narcotics found 404 errors in more than 200 cases involving Gerald Goines and Steven Bryant
Read full article: FULL REPORT: Audit of HPD Narcotics found 404 errors in more than 200 cases involving Gerald Goines and Steven BryantHOUSTON – 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 Newsmakers: Hurricane season is here
Read full article: Houston Newsmakers: Hurricane season is hereCristobal continues heading toward Louisiana coast (KPRC)We’re only one week into the 2020 hurricane season and already looking at the 3rd named storm. Tropical storm Cristobal is the earliest a named storm has formed in the Atlantic basin and a hint of the potentially very active season ahead. Chief Meteorologist Frank Billingsley is a guest on this week’s Houston Newsmakers to talk about the expected busy season ahead the best ways to prepare. https://bit.ly/374xDZMConversation with District Attorney Kim Ogg about:Transparency needed in law enforcement“We see too many narcotics cases where the officer was not wearing a body cam. Kim OggWatch this week’s Houston Newsmakers Sunday morning at 10:30amMore Information: ·Frank Billingsley, KPRC Chief MeteorologistKim Ogg, Harris County District Attorney-
Ogg: Case involving George Floyd was among Goines cases being reviewed by prosecutors
Read full article: Ogg: Case involving George Floyd was among Goines cases being reviewed by prosecutorsHOUSTON – A 16-year-old drug case involving George Floyd was among the hundreds of cases connected to ex-Houston police Officer Gerald Goines that are being reviewed by prosecutors, according to Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg. Cases involving Goines were questioned after he was charged with murder and tampering with a government record in connection with the 2019 raid on a Harding Street home that ended with officers shooting and killing Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas. County prosecutors have said they anticipate having to clear more than 100 cases involving Goines. Ogg said Floyd’s case was among the cases that prosecutors were working to clear. Floyd’s case is also among the 14,000 cases involving the Houston Police Department’s narcotics division that are also being reviewed, Ogg said.
Legal experts applaud Harris County District Attorney for seeking to overturn cases tied to former HPD officer
Read full article: Legal experts applaud Harris County District Attorney for seeking to overturn cases tied to former HPD officerHOUSTON – Harris District Attorney Kim Ogg recommended Thursday 91 cases tied to former Houston Police Department officer Gerald Goines be dismissed. In turn, those judges signed warrants based on Goines’ testimony, Ogg said. Those alleged lies became the framework for cases against people and warrants signed by magistrate judges. Douglas acknowledged the fact that different magistrate judges signed Goines’ warrants over the years. While the request has been denied, Douglas believes the Goines case speaks to the need for the board to be established.
91 additional drug convictions connected to officer charged in Harding Street raid to be overturned
Read full article: 91 additional drug convictions connected to officer charged in Harding Street raid to be overturnedHOUSTON – Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Thursday that nearly 100 more defendants who were convicted as part of a case made by former Houston police Officer Gerald Goines will be cleared. Goines has been charged with murder and tampering with a government record following the botched Harding Street raid that left Rhogena Nicholas, Dennis Tuttle and the couple’s dog dead. As a result of the investigation into the raid, Ogg said prosecutors have reviewed several of Goines’ cases and will be overturning at least 91 additional convictions. “We will continue to work to clear people convicted solely on the word of a police officer who we can no longer trust,” Ogg said. According to Ogg, 73 cases where Goines was the only witness were previously overturned.
DA finds nearly 70 people may have been convicted on false evidence given by Gerald Goines
Read full article: DA finds nearly 70 people may have been convicted on false evidence given by Gerald GoinesHOUSTON – Former HPD officer Gerald Goines was indicted on felony murder and tampering with a government record charges following the botched Harding Street Raid. The botched raid caused an investigation to be opened into Goines’ past, and two men convicted because of Goines have been declared innocent. According to District Attorney Kim Ogg, the ongoing investigation has now revealed that 69 people may have been convicted because of false evidence presented by the former narcotics officer. "I don’t think there could be a more important or serious problem to fix in our justice system right now,” said Ogg. Goines was the only witness to the offenses in all the cases, according to the release.
Woman accused of making fake 911 calls in botched Harding Street Raid in custody after violating bond, court records show
Read full article: Woman accused of making fake 911 calls in botched Harding Street Raid in custody after violating bond, court records showHOUSTON – The woman accused of making fake 911 calls, setting into motion the events of the botched Jan. 2019 Harding Street raid that left two people dead, was taken into custody Tuesday after violating the terms of her bond. Patricia Ann Garcia, 53, appeared in court Tuesday and was taken into custody after allegedly violating the conditions of her bond. She allegedly told officials her daughter was inside of the Harding Street home with heavily armed drug dealers. On Jan. 28, 2019, Rhogena Nicholas and Dennis Tuttle were killed when several police officers burst into their home at 7815 Harding Street. After officers shot the couple’s dog, Tuttle began firing at officers and they returned fire, killing both Nicholas and Tuttle, officials say.
Judge to recommend man’s conviction be overturned after ex-HPD officer Gerald Goines gave false testimony
Read full article: Judge to recommend man’s conviction be overturned after ex-HPD officer Gerald Goines gave false testimonyHOUSTON – A judge said Monday that she will recommend that a man convicted 11 years ago based on the testimony of ex-Houston Police officer Gerald Goines, should be exonerated. Disgraced ex-officer Goines, who is now accused in the botched 2019 Harding Street drug raid, gave testimony that resulted in Mallet’s conviction. Judge Ramona Franklin’s decision came after hearing evidence that Goines gave false testimony during Mallet’s trial. Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg joined with Mallet’s defense team to ask the judge to declare Mallet innocent. The Mallet case is one of 14,000 cases worked by Goines that are currently under review by the DA’s office.
1 year later: A look back at botched Harding Street raid, what’s next
Read full article: 1 year later: A look back at botched Harding Street raid, what’s nextA 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.
'Because officers lied, people died’: Grand jury hands down indictments against two ex-HPD officers in Harding Street raid
Read full article: 'Because officers lied, people died’: Grand jury hands down indictments against two ex-HPD officers in Harding Street raidHOUSTON – A Harris County grand jury handed down indictments against two former Houston police officers Wednesday for their involvement in the botched Harding Street raid, according to Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg. Only the prosecutors who brought the charges are allowed to go into the grand jury and It is not a surprise that the grand jury stamped off on the charges the DA originally brought. We look forward to our day in court.”BackgroundOn Jan. 28, Rhogena Nicholas and Dennis Tuttle were killed when several police officers burst into their home at 7815 Harding Street. After officers shot the couple’s dog, Tuttle began firing at officers and they returned fire, killing both Nicholas and Tuttle, officials say. She allegedly told officials her daughter was inside the home on Harding Street with heavily armed drug dealers.
Ex-officer accused in botched Harding Street raid now accused of perjury in case from 12 years ago
Read full article: Ex-officer accused in botched Harding Street raid now accused of perjury in case from 12 years agoHOUSTON – The former Houston police officer accused in the botched Harding Street raid is now accused of perjury in a case that dates back more than a decade. Gerald Goines made a brief appearance in court Thursday after Otis Mallet, a man Goines arrested 12 years ago claimed Goines perjured testimony, causing Mallet to be wrongfully convicted. Mallet alleges that Goines lied on the stand and withheld evidence that should have been made available to Mallet’s trial lawyer. “We agree that false testimony was given by G. Goins in the trial of Mr. Mallet back in 2008," Ogg said. A subpoena was issued for Goines in this case but he did not appear in court Thursday morning, saying he was recovering from surgery after he was injured in the Harding Street Raid.
Grand jury makes ‘unprecedented’ visit to the site of deadly Harding Street raid
Read full article: Grand jury makes ‘unprecedented’ visit to the site of deadly Harding Street raidHOUSTON – KPRC 2 has learned a grand jury has visited the Harding Street site, where a deadly shootout with Houston Police Department happened in January 2019. KPRC 2 saw Harris County Constable Precinct 1 deputies and representatives from the Harris County District Attorney’s Office at the home. Transported via shuttle, the grand jury was taken inside the home for approximately a 20-minute tour. A botched January raid at a home on Harding Street led to a months’ long investigation and three people charged in connection with the deaths of Rhogena Nicholas and Dennis Tuttle. "That the grand jury is given an opportunity to see Rhogena and Dennis’ home is welcome news, but we also know that an independent forensic evaluation of the Harding Street incident is vitally necessary.”
Top stories of 2019 (#5): Harding Street raid prompts extensive investigation, multiple federal charges
Read full article: Top stories of 2019 (#5): Harding Street raid prompts extensive investigation, multiple federal chargesTwo former Houston Police Department officers, Gerald Goines and Steven Bryant, and the neighbor who called 911, Patricia Garcia, are all accused of federal crimes. Twenty-seven pending cases involving officers Goines and Bryant were eventually dropped. The FBI also launched a civil rights investigation into the botched raid in February. If convicted of federal charges, Goines faces up to life in prison. Bryant is charged with falsifying records in a federal investigation.
‘I screw up’: Read Goines’ notes to investigators about deadly Harding Street raid
Read full article: ‘I screw up’: Read Goines’ notes to investigators about deadly Harding Street raidHOUSTON – Gerald Goines, the former Houston police officer charged in connection with a deadly police raid earlier this year, admitted that he screwed up, according to his handwritten notes that are part of court records released last week. The 10-page document includes notes Goines wrote to investigators who were questioning him after the Jan. 28 raid that ended with the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas. On page seven, Goines wrote:“I screw up because I made a buy without the correct manpower out there. Goines, who is accused of lying on documents that were used to obtain the warrant for the raid, was released Thursday after being granted bail by a federal judge. In addition to federal charges, Goines faces two counts of murder at the state level.