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‘It was so fast:’ 82-year-old victim of jugging speaks after 5 arrested in Pearland
Read full article: ‘It was so fast:’ 82-year-old victim of jugging speaks after 5 arrested in PearlandA ring of suspected thieves have been arrested after Pearland Police say they targeted people who had just left the bank.
Pasadena police officer being investigated for invasive visual recording took own life in Manvel, authorities say
Read full article: Pasadena police officer being investigated for invasive visual recording took own life in Manvel, authorities sayA Pasadena police officer who authorities said was under investigation after a complaint of invasive visual recording was made apparently took his own life in Manvel Monday.
Accused gunman in deadly Pearland flea market shooting turns himself in to police
Read full article: Accused gunman in deadly Pearland flea market shooting turns himself in to policeThe suspect, who is accused of firing shots during a fatal flea market shooting in Pearland, turned himself into custody on Tuesday around 10 a.m., according to the Pearland Police Department.
2 suspects arrested, 1 wanted in connection with deadly Pearland flea market shooting
Read full article: 2 suspects arrested, 1 wanted in connection with deadly Pearland flea market shootingPolice identified a suspect on Monday, who is wanted in connection to the Pearland flea market shooting that killed one child and injured four other people.
Child dies, 4 others injured after ‘disturbance’ at Pearland flea market leads to gunshots
Read full article: Child dies, 4 others injured after ‘disturbance’ at Pearland flea market leads to gunshotsAccording to Chad Rogers, Public Information Officer for the Pearland Police Department, the shooting happened at Cole’s Flea Market in the 1000 block of N. Main Street.
Father arrested after 6-year-old found dead with gunshot wound inside Pearland apartment
Read full article: Father arrested after 6-year-old found dead with gunshot wound inside Pearland apartmentThe father of a 6-year-old was arrested Friday in Pearland after the child was found dead with a gunshot wound inside an apartment.
85 dogs left in ‘neglectful conditions’ seized from owner in Pearland
Read full article: 85 dogs left in ‘neglectful conditions’ seized from owner in PearlandApproximately 85 were seized from a Pearland owner after neighbors told authorities they were found what they said were “neglectful conditions.”
Home invasion, robbery in Pearland caught on camera; 4 suspects still on the run: Police
Read full article: Home invasion, robbery in Pearland caught on camera; 4 suspects still on the run: PoliceThe Pearland Police Department is investigating a home invasion robbery involving four suspects that are reportedly still on the run.
New Willie’s Grill & Icehouse Pearland location committed to helping the local community
Read full article: New Willie’s Grill & Icehouse Pearland location committed to helping the local communityWillie’s Grill & Icehouse not only has some of those most delicious Texas comfort food, (and crawfish!) but they also continue to do some amazing things for the community.
VIDEO: Pearland police release body camera footage of Johneisha Lewis’ arrest
Read full article: VIDEO: Pearland police release body camera footage of Johneisha Lewis’ arrestBody camera video released by the Pearland Police Department shows footage of a woman’s arrest that included police officers using a Taser.
‘No evidence of foul play’ in death of Erica Hernandez, authorities say
Read full article: ‘No evidence of foul play’ in death of Erica Hernandez, authorities sayPearland police said Friday that there’s “no evidence of foul play” in the death of Erica Hernandez, the mother who went missing April 18, and her body was found in a submerged vehicle in a retention pond on May 11.
Texas NAACP calls out law enforcement’s response to Capitol riot as a double standard
Read full article: Texas NAACP calls out law enforcement’s response to Capitol riot as a double standardThe insurrection in Washington D.C. Wednesday has raised questions about how police reacted to the crowd that stormed the U.S. Capitol, with some critiquing law enforcement’s response as a double standard of justice. At issue is the question if rioters were Black, or of color, would the police have handled their response differently? Howard raised the question Thursday during a forum hosted by the Texas NAACP on day one of its statewide convention, which is being held virtually. Linder, Howard, and other leaders from Texas NAACP compared law enforcement’s response Wednesday to how it handled Black Lives Matter protesters over the summer. “I think a big part of my response to you is trust,” Randall said, in response to a question raised by Howard.
HCSO identifies Sgt. Watson as off-duty deputy killed in motorcycle crash in Pearland
Read full article: HCSO identifies Sgt. Watson as off-duty deputy killed in motorcycle crash in PearlandAn off-duty Harris County Sheriff’s Office sergeant was killed in a crash Saturday afternoon in Pearland, officials said. #HouNews #lesm pic.twitter.com/LhMgtiY5wG — Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) January 3, 2021The sergeant was riding his motorcycle when he got involved in a crash with an SUV. “Our entire Sheriff’s Office family is grieving the sudden loss of our long-time brother,” said Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. #HouNews #lesm pic.twitter.com/PCDNYOWEXD — Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) January 3, 2021Watson, 51, was assigned to the Patrol Support Services Bureau, working the night shift at the Emergency Dispatch Center. #HouNews #lesm https://t.co/XjZBFoylpZ — Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) January 2, 2021
1 killed, another injured in shooting outside Pearland Taco Bell, police say
Read full article: 1 killed, another injured in shooting outside Pearland Taco Bell, police sayPEARLAND, Texas – One person was killed and another was injured Saturday in a shooting outside a Pearland Taco Bell, according to the Pearland Police Department. At approximately 7 p.m., officers were dispatched to a Taco Bell located in the 1300 block of Broadway Street in reference to a robbery and a shooting. On arrival, units located two men with gunshot wounds in the parking lot. Officers located and detained the individual. A motive for the shooting in unknown, according to officials.
5 horses found butchered in Pearland area since May, police say
Read full article: 5 horses found butchered in Pearland area since May, police sayPEARLAND, Texas – The Pearland Police Department is warning area residents to be vigilant after five horses were found butchered in the area. According to authorities, the first slaughtered horse was found on May 22. Police said the horse had been stabbed to death and then its backstraps and the front and hindquarters were removed. According to authorities, at least three of the horses were killed and butchered in a similar fashion, which leads them to believe the animals were killed for their meat. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Pearland Police Department at 281-997-4202 or email JPage@PearlandTx.Gov.
Procession and parking information for George Floyd’s private funeral Tuesday
Read full article: Procession and parking information for George Floyd’s private funeral TuesdayHis private funeral is set for 11 a.m. on June 9 at the Fountain of Praise Church (13950 Hillcroft Ave. in Houston). Floyd’s procession will be escorted by the Houston Police Department into Pearland following the funeral. Pearland city officials expect Floyd’s body to arrive in Pearland at Houston Memorial Gardens located at 2426 Cullen Blvd. Floyd will travel the last mile of the funeral procession in a horse-drawn carriage. At this time, officials said it is nearly impossible to estimate how many attendees will be in Pearland to view the procession, following the private funeral service.
I see you. I hear you. I stand with you: How Houston-area law enforcement are responding to the death of George Floyd
Read full article: I see you. I hear you. I stand with you: How Houston-area law enforcement are responding to the death of George FloydHOUSTON Police departments all over the Houston-area have responded to the death of George Floyd, who was killed while in police custody. Law enforcement officials took to social media to let their citizens know that they stand in solidarity. Heres what a few departments posted:With Mr. George Floyd set to be laid to rest today, I offer my deepest condolences and prayers to the family of George Floyd. Full Post here:https://t.co/jmUGXSx6es#GeorgeFloydMemorial #BlackLivesMattter pic.twitter.com/5bMZ90DvYh Silvia Trevino Pct 6 Constable (@Pct6Constable) June 9, 2020I see you. #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd #BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/dex1h8alU1 Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) June 3, 2020We pause to acknowledge and respect with others across the Nation -- in unity.
Driver crashes into a shoe store in Pearland
Read full article: Driver crashes into a shoe store in PearlandPEARLAND, Texas – A driver crashed their car into a Pearland shoe store front, according to the Pearland Police Department. Investigators said the crash happened around 3 p.m. at a Rack Room Shoes at 11200 Broadway St. in the Pearland Town Center. The front of the store suffered major damage from the crash, officials said. The car had been pulled out of the store. No one was injured, according to officials.
Missing boy, 9, with autism found dead in Pearland
Read full article: Missing boy, 9, with autism found dead in PearlandPEARLAND, Texas – Hundreds gathered for a prayer vigil to remember a 9-year-old boy hours after search crews recovered his body Saturday near a body of water in Pearland. Marcus McGhee, 9, disappeared Thursday afternoon in the 6700 block of Fite Road. Police notified the public on their Facebook page that they found Marcus' body Saturday morning. Pearland police said the body was found around 7 a.m. in a pond near Marcus' family's home. Marcus McGhee is related to former Houston Rockets player Marcus Camby, police said.