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Parents arrested for leaving 4 children home alone while drinking at bar, Harris County deputies say
Read full article: Parents arrested for leaving 4 children home alone while drinking at bar, Harris County deputies sayAuthorities arrested Evan Gyuricza and Misty Broadway in Harris County for leaving their four children unsupervised in a disorganized home while they went to a bar and became intoxicated.
Hit-and-run driver arrested for killing man, hurting woman in west Harris County
Read full article: Hit-and-run driver arrested for killing man, hurting woman in west Harris CountyA hit-and-run incident in west Harris County led to the death of a man and serious injuries to a woman named Keturah Palmer. The driver, Yusdenis Llano, was apprehended after the SUV struck the pedestrians on Addicks Satsuma Road around 2 a.m. and fled the scene.
Man arrested after fleeing police, stealing tow truck, being shot at by armed bystander
Read full article: Man arrested after fleeing police, stealing tow truck, being shot at by armed bystanderA police pursuit in the Spring area on November 13 ended with the arrest of Montreal Dwayne Frye, who allegedly fled from deputies in a stolen vehicle.
MISSING: Harris County deputies need public’s help finding 17-year-old Ian Manning
Read full article: MISSING: Harris County deputies need public’s help finding 17-year-old Ian ManningThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance to locate 17-year-old Ian Manning, missing since November 4, 2024.
Search underway for 17-year-old Emmily Aguirre missing from W. Harris County
Read full article: Search underway for 17-year-old Emmily Aguirre missing from W. Harris CountyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance in locating 17-year-old Emmily Aguirre, last seen on October 22, 2024, in W Harris County.
Houston mother charged with murder after children hear gunshots, see her near father’s body
Read full article: Houston mother charged with murder after children hear gunshots, see her near father’s bodyA woman is in custody after investigators said she shot and killed her husband in North Harris County.
Houston mother charged after allegedly leaving 5 children in abandoned trailer without water, electricity
Read full article: Houston mother charged after allegedly leaving 5 children in abandoned trailer without water, electricityA Houston mother, Shelbi Leeann Rossow, was arrested and charged with child endangerment for allegedly leaving her five children, aged 6 to 12, unsupervised in a vacant, hazardous trailer without water, electricity, or food.
Viral TikTok shows over 150 drivers ticketed by same officer in Katy all lined up for court
Read full article: Viral TikTok shows over 150 drivers ticketed by same officer in Katy all lined up for courtA TikTok video by Keara Kenise Anderson has gone viral, showing over 150 people lined up outside a Katy courthouse, all claiming they received traffic tickets for "improper stop" at a traffic light from Harris County Deputy R. Hubbard near Fry Road and Interstate 10.
Family holds candlelight and balloon vigil on first anniversary of Destin Henderson’s disappearance
Read full article: Family holds candlelight and balloon vigil on first anniversary of Destin Henderson’s disappearanceThe family of Destin Henderson, who disappeared a year ago, is holding a candlelight and balloon vigil at Hayson Creek Apartments as they continue their search for answers.
Woman found guilty in 2022 hit-and-run killing of Harris County sergeant
Read full article: Woman found guilty in 2022 hit-and-run killing of Harris County sergeantLavillia Spry has been convicted of intoxication manslaughter for the 2022 hit-and-run that resulted in the death of Harris County Sergeant Ramon Gutierrez.
Former Harris County detention officer sentenced to community supervision for jail drug smuggling
Read full article: Former Harris County detention officer sentenced to community supervision for jail drug smugglingA former Harris County detention officer, Robert Robertson, has been sentenced to six years of community supervision after pleading guilty to charges of engaging in organized criminal activity related to a drug smuggling operation.
Man admits to strangling woman, dumping body in Harris County field
Read full article: Man admits to strangling woman, dumping body in Harris County fieldChristopher Bernard, 25, has been charged with murder and tampering with evidence after admitting to strangling 29-year-old Cortney Hall and disposing of her body in a secluded area of northwest Harris County.
MISSING: 23-year-old Amarillyz Estevez reported missing in Katy
Read full article: MISSING: 23-year-old Amarillyz Estevez reported missing in KatyA search is underway for 23-year-old Amarillyz Amy Estevez, who was last seen around 11 p.m. on Aug. 26 in the 19000 block of North Piper Grove Drive in Katy.
Harris County woman arrested for forcing teen into prostitution for 8 days
Read full article: Harris County woman arrested for forcing teen into prostitution for 8 daysA woman, Erica Adams, was arrested and charged with child trafficking in Harris County after a 15-year-old girl, missing since Sept. 11, returned home on Sept. 19 and revealed she had been forced into prostitution for eight days.
Teen charged with capital murder in NW Harris County for what was initially reported as a car crash
Read full article: Teen charged with capital murder in NW Harris County for what was initially reported as a car crashAn 18-year-old woman, Janiah Edmonds, has been charged with capital murder following the fatal shooting of Ronald Burns, 42, on FM 1960.
Houston hotel worker arrested on child trafficking and sex assault charges
Read full article: Houston hotel worker arrested on child trafficking and sex assault chargesA Houston man, Tyron Berry, 66, was arrested and charged with child trafficking, compelling prostitution of a child, and two counts of sexual assault during a joint operation by Harris County authorities
HCSO deputy fires weapon during altercation at Houston apartment complex
Read full article: HCSO deputy fires weapon during altercation at Houston apartment complexA Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy discharged his firearm during an early morning altercation with a suspect at an apartment complex.
Woman shot, killed by ex-husband after argument in east Harris County, police say
Read full article: Woman shot, killed by ex-husband after argument in east Harris County, police sayA woman was fatally shot by her estranged husband after an argument at her home in East Harris County late Friday night.
Man arrested after hoax bomb shuts down FM 2920 for hours in North Harris County
Read full article: Man arrested after hoax bomb shuts down FM 2920 for hours in North Harris CountyA man named Travis Austin Alexander was arrested for placing a hoax bomb on FM 2920 in north Harris County, causing a major road closure and significant disruption.
3 victims found dead inside burning home in Cypress identified, arson and murder investigations underway
Read full article: 3 victims found dead inside burning home in Cypress identified, arson and murder investigations underwayPrecinct 4 deputies responded to a house fire early this morning in Cypress, where three bodies are believed to have been found inside the home on the 14600 block of Plains River.
3 people found dead inside Cypress home after fire, authorities believe they were murdered
Read full article: 3 people found dead inside Cypress home after fire, authorities believe they were murderedPrecinct 4 deputies responded to a house fire early this morning in Cypress, where three bodies are believed to have been found inside the home on the 14600 block of Plains River.
‘It’s a miracle’: Two kids survive being ejected during violent rollover on Houston’s East Freeway
Read full article: ‘It’s a miracle’: Two kids survive being ejected during violent rollover on Houston’s East FreewayTwo children, both under the age of five, somehow survived a violent rollover crash in which they both were ejected from the vehicle.
Man poses as cop using red and blue lights to stop cars, arrested by actual Harris County deputies
Read full article: Man poses as cop using red and blue lights to stop cars, arrested by actual Harris County deputiesA 21-year-old man, Michael Saulsberry, was arrested early Sunday for impersonating a public servant after being caught using red and blue lights to stop vehicles on I-10 westbound in Harris County.
19-year-old man killed in drive-by shooting on Eastex Freeway feeder; gunman still on the run
Read full article: 19-year-old man killed in drive-by shooting on Eastex Freeway feeder; gunman still on the runA man was found dead in his vehicle from gunshot wounds on the Eastex Freeway, and authorities are searching for the suspect.
Identity of woman found stabbed to death in backyard in NW Harris County released; suspect still on run
Read full article: Identity of woman found stabbed to death in backyard in NW Harris County released; suspect still on runHarris County deputies are searching for a suspect after a 62-year-old woman was found fatally stabbed in her home on Sunshine Meadow Drive.
Funeral services for Harris County Deputy John Coddou who was killed helping at a crash on Grand Parkway
Read full article: Funeral services for Harris County Deputy John Coddou who was killed helping at a crash on Grand ParkwayA celebration for Deputy Coddou is being held at Second Baptist Church in Houston.
Houston family members attack Uber driver after he runs over and kills one-year-old girl
Read full article: Houston family members attack Uber driver after he runs over and kills one-year-old girlA one-year-old girl is dead after an Uber driver ran over the child after dropping her off with family members.
Deputies shoot armed teen to death while trying to recover stolen vehicle in NE Harris County
Read full article: Deputies shoot armed teen to death while trying to recover stolen vehicle in NE Harris CountyA teenager was shot to death by Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies while officials tried to recover a stolen vehicle in a neighborhood in northeast Harris County, according to authorities.
Police K9s to showcase their skills and dedication in K9s4COPs Hard Dog/Fast Dog Competition at RodeoHouston
Read full article: Police K9s to showcase their skills and dedication in K9s4COPs Hard Dog/Fast Dog Competition at RodeoHoustonHouston-area public safety K9s will compete with their handlers in the 9th annual K9s4COPs Hard Dog/Fast Dog competition at RodeoHouston. We met Kyra, a special pup who now plays a big role in keeping us all safe, and her handler Deputy Ted Dahlin with the Harris County Sheriff's Office. Deputy Dahlin is on the K9s4COPs board and has been involved with them since they donated Kyra to him. Deputy Dahlin lost his former partner K9 Brek in 2009 during a pursuit. Hear their story in the video above.
Mishandling, delayed response time to sexual assault reports may be ongoing problem in Houston, Harris Co.
Read full article: Mishandling, delayed response time to sexual assault reports may be ongoing problem in Houston, Harris Co.Houston Police Chief Troy Finner is speaking out after learning about a number of adult sexual assault cases that he says were suspended “due to lack of personnel.”
‘I don’t think he had good intentions’: Witness recounts moments before man believed to be homeless shot, killed by teen
Read full article: ‘I don’t think he had good intentions’: Witness recounts moments before man believed to be homeless shot, killed by teenA possible burglary suspect was shot and killed Thursday morning in north Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
14-year-old shoots and kills homeless man who was possibly trying to break into his home in east Harris County
Read full article: 14-year-old shoots and kills homeless man who was possibly trying to break into his home in east Harris CountyA possible burglary suspect was shot and killed Thursday morning in north Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
How HPD’s ‘Safe Roadways’ Initiative is combatting road rage shootings in the Houston area
Read full article: How HPD’s ‘Safe Roadways’ Initiative is combatting road rage shootings in the Houston areaRoad rage shootings are unfortunately not uncommon in the Houston area and law enforcement officials are looking for ways to ensure drivers are safe as they travel across the city.
Family still searching for suspect who shot, killed woman while she was setting up garage sale in Tomball 5 years ago
Read full article: Family still searching for suspect who shot, killed woman while she was setting up garage sale in Tomball 5 years agoFamily members, Crime Stoppers of Houston, and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Division held a news conference Thursday as they continue to search for the suspected shooter accused of killing Elizabeth Barraza five years ago.
Woman shoots estranged common-law husband as he was attempting to break into her home, HCSO says
Read full article: Woman shoots estranged common-law husband as he was attempting to break into her home, HCSO saysDeputies say a woman shot and killed her estranged common-law husband as he was attempting to break into her home in a Humble neighborhood early Tuesday morning.
3 people injured in crash involving garbage truck in Crosby
Read full article: 3 people injured in crash involving garbage truck in CrosbyHarris County sheriff’s deputies are at the scene of a crash in Crosby where three people were possibly ejected from an overturned garbage truck Thursday, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.
Man shot with crossbow following argument with stepbrother in east Harris County
Read full article: Man shot with crossbow following argument with stepbrother in east Harris CountyA man has been taken to the hospital in critical condition and another man has been detained after authorities said an argument between step-brothers led to one being shot with a crossbow.
Teen killed in west Harris County shooting was former CyFair ISD student
Read full article: Teen killed in west Harris County shooting was former CyFair ISD studentA man was shot and killed in west Harris County Tuesday, prompting multiple Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District campuses to go into “Secure the Building” mode, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
There’s an uptick in pedestrian, cyclist deaths in Houston during the holiday season: How officials are combatting it
Read full article: There’s an uptick in pedestrian, cyclist deaths in Houston during the holiday season: How officials are combatting itThe Harris County District Attorney’s Office is joining local law enforcement agencies Thursday to introduce a new initiative that will promote crosswalk safety and protect pedestrians and cyclists.
Driver leading HCSO deputies on pursuit killed in crash in north Houston: What we know
Read full article: Driver leading HCSO deputies on pursuit killed in crash in north Houston: What we knowA driver was killed in a crash after leading Harris County sheriff’s deputies on a pursuit Monday, authorities said.
Violent crimes down, theft and robbery up in Harris County, per DPS data
Read full article: Violent crimes down, theft and robbery up in Harris County, per DPS dataThe Texas Department of Public Safety shows between 2021 and 2022, Houston police numbers show murders down from 464 in 2021 to 429 the next year. Rape is at 1,105 down from 1,171.
Man sentenced to 22 years for fatally shooting single father of 3 in Spring, pistol-whipping woman in ‘jealous ambush’
Read full article: Man sentenced to 22 years for fatally shooting single father of 3 in Spring, pistol-whipping woman in ‘jealous ambush’A Houston man was sentenced Monday to 22 years in prison after pleading guilty earlier this year to fatally shooting a man in Spring, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
Houston man accused of stabbing his brother to death captured in Colorado
Read full article: Houston man accused of stabbing his brother to death captured in ColoradoA 29-year-old Houston man accused of killing his brother was arrested by multiple law enforcement agencies in Louisville, Colorado, authorities said.
‘It’s a tragic situation’: Body believed to be missing 5-year-old who wandered away from Katy-area home found in pond
Read full article: ‘It’s a tragic situation’: Body believed to be missing 5-year-old who wandered away from Katy-area home found in pondA child’s body believed to be of a 5-year-old boy who went missing from a home in the Katy area was found and recovered from a pond Thursday.
Grenade found in vehicle during traffic stop in Atascocita; driver taken into custody
Read full article: Grenade found in vehicle during traffic stop in Atascocita; driver taken into custodyA driver is in custody after a grenade was found inside a vehicle in Atascocita Tuesday, Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
After Uvalde school shooting, new laws address police training, response to active shooters
Read full article: After Uvalde school shooting, new laws address police training, response to active shootersThe stuttered and calamitous police response to the Robb Elementary School shooting stunned the entire country and prompted lawmakers to address gaps in police training and response to school shootings. Lawmakers recently passed several laws that add training requirements for officers and call for better coordination in rural counties.
Cypress man sentenced to 40 years for beating wife to death with nail gun
Read full article: Cypress man sentenced to 40 years for beating wife to death with nail gunA Cypress man who pleaded guilty to bludgeoning his wife to death with a nail gun was sentenced Thursday to 40 years in prison, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
Deputies searching for 63-year-old woman last seen in northwest Harris County Tuesday
Read full article: Deputies searching for 63-year-old woman last seen in northwest Harris County TuesdayHarris County sheriff’s deputies are asking for the public’s help in locating a 63-year-old woman last seen in northwest Harris County Tuesday.
Harris County Precinct 1 deputy constables accused of excessive force, wrongfully tasing man who doesn’t speak English
Read full article: Harris County Precinct 1 deputy constables accused of excessive force, wrongfully tasing man who doesn’t speak EnglishA man in northwest Harris County said he was wrongfully tased and detained by Harris County Precinct 1 deputy constables.
Off-duty deputy working at club pleads guilty to attempted sexual assault of woman he was supposed to drop off at home
Read full article: Off-duty deputy working at club pleads guilty to attempted sexual assault of woman he was supposed to drop off at homeA Harris County deputy has pled guilty after he was accused of felony attempted sexual assault while working an off-duty job at a popular midtown club.
$250K bond set for man accused of fleeing after causing major crash that left infant, man dead in north Harris County
Read full article: $250K bond set for man accused of fleeing after causing major crash that left infant, man dead in north Harris CountyA suspect accused of causing a crash that killed a man and baby in north Harris County Saturday has surrendered himself to authorities, Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
Infant dies after hit-and-run crash in north Harris County; suspected driver wanted
Read full article: Infant dies after hit-and-run crash in north Harris County; suspected driver wantedDeputies with Harris County Sheriff’s Office are searching for a suspect accused of causing a crash that killed a man and baby Saturday.
‘Kids need to be in school’: HCSO attempts to locate reported runaways ahead of new school year
Read full article: ‘Kids need to be in school’: HCSO attempts to locate reported runaways ahead of new school yearHarris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez has announced that a team of deputies will be ramping up searches for runaway minors ahead of this school year.
HORRIFYING VIDEO: 80-year-old attacked by suspect at gas station, causing him to fracture hip
Read full article: HORRIFYING VIDEO: 80-year-old attacked by suspect at gas station, causing him to fracture hipHarris County sheriff’s deputies are asking for the public’s help in locating a suspect who attacked an 80-year-old man last Tuesday, causing him to break his hip.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee proposes ‘transferring’ inmates out of county jail, seeks federal funds
Read full article: Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee proposes ‘transferring’ inmates out of county jail, seeks federal fundsIn light of the attack on a Harris County Detention officer, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee proposes sending some inmates to other facilities.
Harris County inmate with ‘pre-existing medical condition’ dies in jail custody
Read full article: Harris County inmate with ‘pre-existing medical condition’ dies in jail custodyA Harris County Jail inmate with a pre-existing medical condition died at a hospital while in jail custody on Sunday, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
‘Brainiacs’ arrested after stealing bulldozer, abandoning it in front of neighbor’s driveway, HCSO says
Read full article: ‘Brainiacs’ arrested after stealing bulldozer, abandoning it in front of neighbor’s driveway, HCSO saysA homeowner had quite a surprise Sunday morning after waking up to find a stolen bulldozer parked at the end of their driveway.
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Popular food truck stolen from Heights area; deputies track down trailer, thanks to GPS system
Read full article: CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Popular food truck stolen from Heights area; deputies track down trailer, thanks to GPS systemA business owner is trying to get back on track after thieves were caught on camera taking items from his food truck before hooking up the trailer and driving away.
‘It was all the money that I had’: Housekeeper loses nearly $11K after leaving Houston bank in possible jugging
Read full article: ‘It was all the money that I had’: Housekeeper loses nearly $11K after leaving Houston bank in possible juggingA Houston housekeeper is traumatized after she said thieves followed her home from the bank and stole her hard-earned cash, personal identification, and more.
Suspect shot while allegedly attempting to steal vehicle in north Harris County
Read full article: Suspect shot while allegedly attempting to steal vehicle in north Harris CountyA suspect was shot while attempting to steal a vehicle in north Harris County Thursday, Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
Civil rights attorney highlights mental health care issues at Harris County Jail after another inmate death
Read full article: Civil rights attorney highlights mental health care issues at Harris County Jail after another inmate deathThe mother of the inmate who died over the weekend said her son had mental issues that the jail knew about, and he was being bullied after being placed in general population.
Man arrested for distributing nearly 1,100 fentanyl pills to informant in west Houston
Read full article: Man arrested for distributing nearly 1,100 fentanyl pills to informant in west HoustonA man accused of distributing fentanyl pills on multiple occasions in west Houston has been arrested, according to Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Possible fix on the way for HCSO’s slipping emergency response times
Read full article: Possible fix on the way for HCSO’s slipping emergency response timesThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is grappling with a serious issue as average emergency response times for “Priority 1″ calls have reportedly been taking too long.
Man accused of killing his grandparents injured in possible shootout involving HCSO in NW Harris County
Read full article: Man accused of killing his grandparents injured in possible shootout involving HCSO in NW Harris CountyA suspect accused of killing his grandparents was injured in a shooting involving deputies with Harris County Sheriff’s Office in northwest Harris County Thursday, authorities said.
Teen critically injured in possible accidental shooting in NW Harris County
Read full article: Teen critically injured in possible accidental shooting in NW Harris CountyA teen was critically injured in a possible accidental shooting at a home in northwest Harris County Friday, Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
Civil rights attorneys file lawsuit against Harris County Jail after recent inmate deaths
Read full article: Civil rights attorneys file lawsuit against Harris County Jail after recent inmate deathsAttorneys and families have filed a lawsuit against the Harris County Jail and are calling for a federal investigation after six inmates have died this year.
Memorial Day DWI initiative in Harris County designed to fast-track drunk-driver investigations
Read full article: Memorial Day DWI initiative in Harris County designed to fast-track drunk-driver investigationsThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, Harris County Constables, the Texas Department of Public Safety, American Automobile Association (AAA) and Mothers Against Drunk Driving have joined forces ahead of the Memorial Day holiday weekend to crack down on drunk drivers across the county.
Catalytic converter theft bill increases criminal penalties following death of Harris County deputy
Read full article: Catalytic converter theft bill increases criminal penalties following death of Harris County deputyA bill that would create penalties for catalytic converter theft now awaits Governor Greg Abbott’s signature.
Driver arrested for DWI after fatally striking 2 men, injuring woman in N. Harris County: HCSO
Read full article: Driver arrested for DWI after fatally striking 2 men, injuring woman in N. Harris County: HCSOA 43-year-old man has been arrested for driving while intoxicated after fatally striking two men and injuring a woman while they were walking on a roadway in north Harris County Friday, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
Driver dies after shot twice, crashing into storage unit in NE Harris County
Read full article: Driver dies after shot twice, crashing into storage unit in NE Harris CountyAn investigation was underway in northeast Harris County after a driver was shot twice and crashed on top of a storage unit early Monday morning, Harris County Sheriff’s deputies said.
$75K bond set for Humble man accused of killing innocent neighbor while firing at burglary suspects
Read full article: $75K bond set for Humble man accused of killing innocent neighbor while firing at burglary suspectsA man was arrested and charged after deputies said he shot and killed an innocent woman who was lying in her bed when he started firing at burglary suspects in Humble.
Family of 63-year-old man found stabbed to death in hallway of his apartment said he was unreachable for days
Read full article: Family of 63-year-old man found stabbed to death in hallway of his apartment said he was unreachable for daysA man was found dead with multiple stab wounds in north Harris County Friday, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
Woman reported missing after running away from deputies last month possibly spotted in Montgomery Co. last week
Read full article: Woman reported missing after running away from deputies last month possibly spotted in Montgomery Co. last weekA 27-year-old woman who was reported missing after deputies said she fled during an investigation for a suspicious vehicle call over a month ago in Tomball was possibly spotted in Montgomery County within the last week, Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
Help find Houston’s missing: Harris County officials unite in effort to locate the area’s missing people
Read full article: Help find Houston’s missing: Harris County officials unite in effort to locate the area’s missing peopleHarris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez and local agencies united with the community Tuesday in an effort to locate missing people.
Identity released of mother of 3 found dead in bedroom by son after drive-by shooting at Katy home
Read full article: Identity released of mother of 3 found dead in bedroom by son after drive-by shooting at Katy homeA 46-year-old mother found dead in her bedroom after shots were fired at her Katy home the previous night has been identified, Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
Driver crashes into several live power poles, toppling lines in southwest Houston
Read full article: Driver crashes into several live power poles, toppling lines in southwest HoustonDeputies are investigating after a driver struck several live power poles, causing them to topple across the street in southwest Houston Wednesday morning.
Houston mother turns pain into purpose, hoping bill will lead to changes at Harris County Jail after her son’s death
Read full article: Houston mother turns pain into purpose, hoping bill will lead to changes at Harris County Jail after her son’s deathA Houston mother is turning her pain into purpose after her son died while in custody at the Harris County Jail in March of 2022.
Man found shot to death behind northwest Harris County hotel after alleged fight with suspect
Read full article: Man found shot to death behind northwest Harris County hotel after alleged fight with suspectA man was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds in northwest Harris County Monday, according to Harris County Sheriff’s Office.