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Houston Police are investigating a fatal auto pedestrian crash in West Houston
Read full article: Houston Police are investigating a fatal auto pedestrian crash in West HoustonAccording to Houston Police, a pedestrian was crossing Richmond Avenue near Fountain View drive when they were struck by a car.
HPD is looking for the person accused of stabbing and killing a man in southwest Houston
Read full article: HPD is looking for the person accused of stabbing and killing a man in southwest HoustonInvestigators said that the victim was found on the ground on the road on Maxwell Lane near the Gulf Freeway at 10:30 on Friday night.
Five people are in custody accused of stealing a car, one suspect is accused of pointing a gun at an officer
Read full article: Five people are in custody accused of stealing a car, one suspect is accused of pointing a gun at an officerInvestigators said that they were called to the incident oat Oakmoor and Airport Boulevard in Southwest Houston at 8:30 p.m. On Friday. Houston Police said that the five suspects are accused of stealing a manโs car at gunpoint and then crashed a short time later.
Houston Police are investigating an officer involved shooting near Greens Road & Wayside Dr.
Read full article: Houston Police are investigating an officer involved shooting near Greens Road & Wayside Dr.According to Houston Police, a man is accused of shooting at police while they were responding to a domestic disturbance call at Greens Road and Wayforest Drive. Investigators said that the officer returned to fire. No injuries were reported at the scene.
A car crash into a fire hydrant caused street flooding and closures, according to HPD
Read full article: A car crash into a fire hydrant caused street flooding and closures, according to HPDAccording to Houston Police, at 3 a.m. On Saturday a car crashed into a fire hydrant at Hillcroft Avenue and Holly Street. Officers shut down Hillcroft in both directions because of flooding caused by the hydrant.
Investigators are looking for the person who shot and killed a 14-year-old in northeast Houston
Read full article: Investigators are looking for the person who shot and killed a 14-year-old in northeast HoustonHouston Police said that they were called to a drive by shooting at Harbor Street and Hershe Street around 9 p.m. On Saturday.
Three Houston Firefighters are recovering after their fire engine was hit by a suspected drunk driver
Read full article: Three Houston Firefighters are recovering after their fire engine was hit by a suspected drunk driverInvestigators said a suspected drunk driver crashed into the back of the vehicle. All three of the firefighters were inside of the fire engine at the time of the crash, according to investigators
โCompletely crazyโ: HPD arrests man on bike accused of assaulting women in Montrose
Read full article: โCompletely crazyโ: HPD arrests man on bike accused of assaulting women in MontroseSeveral women said a man on a bicycle in the Montrose area demanded them for a dollar bill and then either threatened to attack or attacked them. Houston Police arrested the man on Sunday but are asking other possible victims to call them.
Houston PD captain facing child porn charges received training in child abuse prevention, records show
Read full article: Houston PD captain facing child porn charges received training in child abuse prevention, records showAccording to documents obtained by KPRC 2 Investigates, Daryn Edwards, 59, has had extensive course training, including earning 60 hours of credit in child abuse prevention and investigation.
Apartment home invasion in Alief leads to shootout, 1 suspect killed
Read full article: Apartment home invasion in Alief leads to shootout, 1 suspect killedA suspect was killed during a home invasion at an apartment complex in the Alief-area and authorities believe the man was killed by another suspect also involved in the home invasion.
Adult, 2 children hospitalized after shooting at SE Houston apartment complex
Read full article: Adult, 2 children hospitalized after shooting at SE Houston apartment complexHouston Police said it happened around 7 p.m. in the 7400 block of Southway Drive. The address is just off Telephone Road in the Golfcrest/Bellfort area of Houston.
One man is critical condition following a shooting in Southwest Houston
Read full article: One man is critical condition following a shooting in Southwest HoustonAccording to HPD, officers from the Southwest Patrol Division responded to a call about a shooting at a motel near 13900 Main Street on Saturday evening.
Woman hospitalized after being clipped by HPD vehicle while crossing street in NE Houston
Read full article: Woman hospitalized after being clipped by HPD vehicle while crossing street in NE HoustonA woman was taken to the hospital after police say she was hit by an HPD vehicle while she was crossing the street Thursday.
โA Belgian-born heroโ: Houston Police Department mourns K9 Blitz
Read full article: โA Belgian-born heroโ: Houston Police Department mourns K9 BlitzThe Houston Police Department honors K9 Blitz, a Belgian-born hero whose four years of faithful service and courage left an indelible mark on the department that will never be forgotten.
Recognize these faces? Police seek suspects in deadly shooting at NE Houston convenience store
Read full article: Recognize these faces? Police seek suspects in deadly shooting at NE Houston convenience storeHouston police are asking for help identifying two suspects in the deadly shooting of a woman at a convenience store on Lockwood Drive Friday evening.
โHe came home on a rampageโ: Mother claims son was on laced drugs before allegedly killing sister and niece
Read full article: โHe came home on a rampageโ: Mother claims son was on laced drugs before allegedly killing sister and nieceA mother mourns her daughter and granddaughter, allegedly killed by her son on laced drugs.
Convicted sex offender charged with murder after wife beaten to death in north Houston
Read full article: Convicted sex offender charged with murder after wife beaten to death in north HoustonA $250,000 bond was set for a man accused of beating his wife to death inside a motel on the northside, according to Houston police who say after that, he called them.
WATCH: Videos released of deadly police chase involving 2 kidnapped hostages on I-69
Read full article: WATCH: Videos released of deadly police chase involving 2 kidnapped hostages on I-69Houston police released several videos of an officer-involved shooting where a kidnapping suspect was killed at the end of police chase on I-69 in October.
Man dead, 2 kidnapped hostages rescued after police chase ends in deadly shooting on I-69
Read full article: Man dead, 2 kidnapped hostages rescued after police chase ends in deadly shooting on I-69Houston police say a woman and child are safe and unharmed after being kidnapped by a man, who initiated a chase and was ultimately shot and killed on I-69 Monday afternoon.
Day 3 of search and digging at West Houston home for person who may have disappeared years ago
Read full article: Day 3 of search and digging at West Houston home for person who may have disappeared years agoHouston Police and EquuSearch are back at the property on Elmview Drive for a third day of digging.
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.
Houston PD adds security to synagogues and mosques following Iran missile attack in Israel
Read full article: Houston PD adds security to synagogues and mosques following Iran missile attack in IsraelHouston Police told KPRC 2 on Tuesday that security is being added to local synagogues and mosques after Iran launched a missile attack on Israel.
A man is in critical condition after he was shot in the head outside of a bar in east Houston
Read full article: A man is in critical condition after he was shot in the head outside of a bar in east HoustonInvestigators said a man was hospitalized after he was shot in the head outside of a bar, police are still looking for the shooter.
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 donโt move more quickly.
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.'
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.
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.
Do you recognize him? $5k reward offered for arrest of man accused of kidnapping, sexual assault of a child
Read full article: Do you recognize him? $5k reward offered for arrest of man accused of kidnapping, sexual assault of a childUp to $5,000 in reward money offered for information leading to arrest of man accused of kidnapping and sexual assault of a child
2 brothers charged, wanted in triple shooting in north Houston
Read full article: 2 brothers charged, wanted in triple shooting in north HoustonHouston police are searching for brothers Jonathan Jesus Aguilar, 19, and Carlos Jose Aguilar, 25, charged with three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after a triple shooting in North Houston on August 17.
Gerald Goines murder trial: Do you think thereโs a pathway to not-guilty?
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: Do you think thereโs 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!
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 Departmentโs narcotics division.
Mayorโs independent review into suspended Houston police cases complete, Internal Affairs investigation continues
Read full article: Mayorโs independent review into suspended Houston police cases complete, Internal Affairs investigation continuesUnderstaffing was identified as a major issue, particularly in the Special Victims Division and the Major Assault/Family Violence Division, which had high numbers of suspended cases.
Another Assistant Chief has been removed from position, sources say
Read full article: Another Assistant Chief has been removed from position, sources sayKPRC 2 Investigates confirmed though multiple sources that Houston Police Department Assistant Chief Milton Wyatt Martin (AC), who oversees the Professional Standards Command of HPD, including the Internal Affairs Division, is no longer on the Executive Team.
Chief removed from HPD Executive Team in aftermath of investigation into suspended cases
Read full article: Chief removed from HPD Executive Team in aftermath of investigation into suspended casesOfficer Chandra Hatcher's status with the Houston Police Department has changed following a recent development that caused the investigation into the suspended code due to the lack of manpower.
Where is Manuel Sorto? Houston police seek help finding missing 81-year-old with dementia
Read full article: Where is Manuel Sorto? Houston police seek help finding missing 81-year-old with dementiaHouston Police are seeking the public's assistance in locating 81-year-old Manuel Sorto, who has dementia and has gone missing.
Robbery suspect arrested by Houston PD may also be linked to Missouri City chase that resulted in mother and sonโs death
Read full article: Robbery suspect arrested by Houston PD may also be linked to Missouri City chase that resulted in mother and sonโs deathOfficials say an aggravated robbery suspect arrested by Houston Police, could be the same suspect in a robbery pursuit that ended when a Missouri City police officer fatally crashed into a mother and sonโs vehicle as he was rushing to the scene.
Police searching for man suspected of attacking 2 in Montrose neighborhood
Read full article: Police searching for man suspected of attacking 2 in Montrose neighborhoodHouston police are searching for a person suspected of attacking two men in April in the Montrose area. Despite releasing a sketch from one attack and a photo from another, no arrests have been made.
At least 3 deaths reported by Houston police during Thursday nightโs severe weather
Read full article: At least 3 deaths reported by Houston police during Thursday nightโs severe weatherHouston Mayor John Whitmire said Thursday night at least four people died during the storm. KPRC 2 has received information of at least three weather-related deaths, but itโs unclear if these deaths reported by police are part of the deaths Mayor Whitmire referred to.
What will it take for Houston TranStar cameras to record?
Read full article: What will it take for Houston TranStar cameras to record?Recording video could give accident and road rage victims more evidence to solve cases advocates argue. KPRC 2's Re'Chelle Turner takes the question to Mayor John Whitmire.
Organization that works with the youth shares thoughts on 5 kids who stole vehicle and lead police on high-speed chase
Read full article: Organization that works with the youth shares thoughts on 5 kids who stole vehicle and lead police on high-speed chaseAn organization that works with children and teens by helping them to transform their lives through education and workforce development is speaking to KPRC 2 about five children who stole car and lead police on a chase.
Houston Acting Police Chief provides unclear with response to when he first learned about SL code
Read full article: Houston Acting Police Chief provides unclear with response to when he first learned about SL codeHouston Police Acting Chief says he's not sure if he knew cases were suspended during the end of 2023 or early 2024, apologizing for any confusion.
โHonored to be in the roleโ: Houston Interim Police Chief Larry Satterwhite says his primary focus is fighting crime
Read full article: โHonored to be in the roleโ: Houston Interim Police Chief Larry Satterwhite says his primary focus is fighting crimeHoustonโs Interim Police Chief Larry Satterwhite stepped into the role of his good friend Tuesday night around 10:30, with a sense of honor and loss.
Email appears to indicate Houston Police Chief knew of suspended cases in 2018
Read full article: Email appears to indicate Houston Police Chief knew of suspended cases in 2018An internal document KPRC 2 Investigates obtained shows Chief Troy Finner was looped in about the code being used by HPD in cases as far back as 2018.
Family identifies Houston attorney as man killed after trying to calm angry customer at Houston McDonaldโs
Read full article: Family identifies Houston attorney as man killed after trying to calm angry customer at Houston McDonaldโsFamily members have identified a Houston attorney as the man who died after he tried to calm an angry customer at a west Houston McDonaldโs Saturday.
Do you recognize this underwear? Pics of 2 men wanted for Houston dog walker murder on Easter Sunday
Read full article: Do you recognize this underwear? Pics of 2 men wanted for Houston dog walker murder on Easter SundayThe surveillance video doesn't show a lot of features, but one man is wearing orange-colored undergarments and the other has black gym pants with white stripes.
Man dies after being tased by HPD during exposure, public lewdness call in southeast Houston
Read full article: Man dies after being tased by HPD during exposure, public lewdness call in southeast HoustonAuthorities are investigating the death of a Houston man who died after being tased by Houston Police officers during a confrontation.
Houston PD promotes nearly 40 officers to leadership positions
Read full article: Houston PD promotes nearly 40 officers to leadership positionsChief Finner promoted two of his Commanders to Assistant Chief, one Lieutenant was named Commander, eight sergeants became Lieutenants and 25 other officers were promoted to Sergeants.
โHe deserve everything he getsโ: Wanted man accused of stealing at least $35K from 71-year-old Houston widow
Read full article: โHe deserve everything he getsโ: Wanted man accused of stealing at least $35K from 71-year-old Houston widowA 71-year-old woman has lost nearly $100,000 after a stranger got access to her checking account and Houston Police have tied at least $35,000 of the stolen money to a man who is now wanted.
Houston Police policy officer linked to the suspended cases investigation is still issuing department policy
Read full article: Houston Police policy officer linked to the suspended cases investigation is still issuing department policyKPRC 2 Investigates found one of the men who could have stopped the suspension due to the lack of manpower code in 2021, is still issuing department policies while being investigated for his role in 264,000 suspended incidents.
Houston Police Department implements new guidelines for reporting federal crimes amid KPRC 2 Investigates findings
Read full article: Houston Police Department implements new guidelines for reporting federal crimes amid KPRC 2 Investigates findingsNew directives from Houston Police Chief Troy Finner promise to tighten the accuracy of crime reporting through NIBRS, after KPRC 2 Investigates uncover data discrepancies.
DJ killed in SE Houston ambush was son of prominent Dominican Republic politician, Alfredo Pacheco
Read full article: DJ killed in SE Houston ambush was son of prominent Dominican Republic politician, Alfredo PachecoThe son of a notable politician from the Dominican Republic was shot and killed at a Houston gas station Monday night during what police are calling a โtargeted attack.โ
Houston police chief hosts roundtable update on suspended cases
Read full article: Houston police chief hosts roundtable update on suspended casesHouston Police Chief Troy Finner convened a pivotal round table discussion with community leaders and the media to address the backlog of cases that had been suspended due to personnel shortages within the department.