Man killed, another injured in northwest Harris County shooting, HCSO says
Deputies said they found a car crashed into a ditch while responding to the shooting, which left a man dead and another injured.
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Weekly Crime Report 06/18/2026-06/24/2026
Weekly Crime Report 06/18/2026-06/24/2026
Child ID and Fingerprinting Event
The West University Place Police Department invites families to attend a free Child ID & Fingerprinting Event on Wednesday, July 8, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Chick-fil-A, located at 3101 W. Holcombe Blvd....
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 14895 Eastex Freeway
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash at 14895 Eastex Freeway (North U.S. Highway 59) about 8:55 p.m. on June 20. The identity of the deceased female, 33, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Di...
Investigation into Man’s Death at 5327 South Acres Drive
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a man found at 5327 South Acres Drive about 3:10 am. on June 21. The identity and cause of death of the man, 25, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant...
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 5402 Birdwood Road
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man at 5402 Birdwood Road about 6:50 p.m. on June 21. The identity of the victim, believed to be in his 20s, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Divisi...
HPD: Man shot in the foot during firefight at southwest Houston gas station
Houston police are investigating a shooting that broke out around 1 a.m. Sunday at a gas station in the 6500 block of the Southwest Freeway near Hillcroft. Officers responding to a report of gunfire found an adult man with a gunshot wound to his foot.The victim was taken to a nea...
Mother pleads for answers after son killed in Harris County hit-and-run
More than two months after 24-year-old Kevon Clark was killed in a devastating hit-and-run crash on Interstate 45, his mother is making an emotional plea for the public’s help in finding those responsible.According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred on Apri...
2 juveniles rushed to hospital after car crashes into northwest Harris County home, Pct. 1 says
SkyEye13 was over the scene as a tow truck removed a vehicle from a home in northwest Harris County. The house sustained major damage to what appeared to be the garage....
Convicted sex offender arrested again for allegedly possessing child pornography, Harris County Pct. 1 deputies say
A man who pleaded guilty in 2024 to trying to arrange sex with a minor — who was actually an undercover detective — has been arrested again, this time on a charge of possessing child pornography, according to Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen.The defendant, Sam Gary M...
Woman fatally run over by coworker she was dating after argument in southwest Houston, police say
A woman was killed after she was intentionally run over by a moving truck following an argument with a coworker Thursday afternoon in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.The incident happened around 3:30 p.m. in the 2400 block of South Gessner Road.Accor...
Conroe woman arrested after cemetery mausoleum theft caught on camera, constable says
A Conroe woman accused of stealing keepsakes and valuables from inside a west Houston cemetery mausoleum has been arrested, according to Harris County Precinct 5 Constable Terry Allbritton.PREVIOUS: Woman accused of stealing jewelry from the dead at a mausoleum in west HoustonNew...
Weekly Crime Report 06/11/2026-06/17/2026
Weekly Crime Report 06/11/2026-06/17/2026
No evidence of mechanical malfunction found after Tesla crash that killed grandmother, HCSO says
The Harris County Sheriff's Office says that investigators have found no evidence of a mechanical malfunction in the deadly Tesla crash that killed a grandmother inside a Katy home last week....
Family of woman killed after Tesla crashes into Katy home sues Tesla and driver
The family of 76-year-old Martha Avila, killed when a Tesla crashed into their Katy-area home, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Tesla and the driver.The lawsuit, filed Monday in Harris County, comes just days after the June 19 crash that killed Martha Avila and left her...
Crash victim's family files lawsuit against Tesla, driver
A lawsuit filed Tuesday claims Tesla was at least partially responsible when one of their cars slammed into a west Harris County home and killed a 76-year-old woman....
No mechanical malfunction found so far in Tesla that killed 76-year-old woman after crashing into Katy home, HCSO says
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says investigators have found no evidence of a mechanical malfunction in the Tesla involved in a deadly crash that left a 76-year-old Katy woman dead after a vehicle slammed into her home last Friday.HCSO provided KPRC 2’s Bryce Newberry with th...
Man charged with killing woman he was dating at southwest Houston apartment complex
A murder charge has been filed against a man accused of fatally shooting a woman at a southwest Houston apartment complex last week, according to the Houston Police Department.Michael D. Franklin, 46, has been charged with murder in the 179th State District Court in connection wi...
Mom arrested, charged after leaving 4-year-old alone in hot car at Costco, Harris County Precinct 4 says
A mother was arrested and charged after leaving a 4-year-old alone in a hot vehicle at a Costco, the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office said.
Man charged in shooting that injured 2 Precinct 4 deputy constables, Harris County DA's Office says
According to the Harris County District Attorney's Office, Edgar Villegas is charged with aggravated assault of a police officer after shooting two Precinct 4 deputy constables....
Mother arrested after leaving 4-year-old alone in hot vehicle while shopping at Costco
A woman has been arrested after deputies say she left her 4-year-old daughter unattended inside a parked vehicle while shopping at a Costco in northwest Harris County.According to Harris County Precinct 4, deputies responded to the Costco located in the 26900 block of the Northwe...
Deadly crash involving SUV and motorcycle under investigation in west Harris County, HCSO says
The sheriff's office confirmed one person had died in the wreck on Mason Road at Katy Briar Lane on Monday morning.
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 150 Southwest Freeway
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 150 Southwest Freeway (South U.S. Highway 59) about 1:05 a.m on June 16. The identity of the deceased male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant G. Garc...
Man fatally shot outside SW Houston convenience store after reported fight; suspect on the run
A young man was fatally shot outside a convenience store in southwest Houston on Sunday evening, according to the Houston Police Department.Officers responded around 7 p.m. to the 8900 block of Braesmont Drive after a 911 caller reported seeing someone lying in the grass.When off...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 8800 Memorial Drive
Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 8800 Memorial Drive about 12:40 a.m. today (June 15). The identity of the deceased male, 55, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Divis...
Pasadena Police Department vehicle struck while responding to crash near Beltway 8 in southeast Harris County
A Pasadena Police Department vehicle responding to a major crash was involved in a second collision Sunday afternoon near Beltway 8, authorities said.The incident happened around 2:59 p.m. on southbound Red Bluff Road approaching Beltway 8.Footage from the scene was shared on Fac...
Investigation into Woman’s Death at 2700 Woodland Park Drive
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a woman found at 2700 Woodland Park Drive about 8:10 p.m. on June 12. The identity and cause of death of the woman, 34, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division S...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 7500 Bellerive Drive
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash that occurred in the 7500 block of Bellerive Drive about 1:45 a.m. on Sunday (June 14). The identity of the deceased female is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences...
Harris County woman killed after Tesla crashes into Katy-area home, investigators say
A 76-year-old Harris County woman has died after investigators say a Tesla crashed into her Katy-area home Friday night while operating with an automated driving-assistance system engaged.According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred around 8:03 p.m. Friday,...
Driver told deputies Tesla was on autopilot during crash through Katy-area home, killing woman: HCSO
A woman is dead after a Tesla crashed into a home in the Katy area while it was on autopilot, with the driver also rushed to the hospital, Harris County investigators say....
Suspect Arrested, Charged in Shooting Incident at 2200 Briarview Drive
Charges have been filed against an armed suspect arrested in a shooting incident in which an HPD officer discharged his duty weapon at 2200 Briarview Drive. The suspect, Letonto Gaspard, 49, is charged with two counts of misdemeanor deadly conduct in Harris County Criminal Court ...
Investigation into Man’s Death at 7400 Lavender Street
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a man found in the 7400 block of Lavender Street about 9:25 a.m. on June 11. The identity and cause of death of the man, 29, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Divis...
Man charged with murder for allegedly hitting wife with car in SW Houston after night out drinking
A 25-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder after he allegedly ran over his wife with a Dodge Durango early Sunday morning on Bellerive Drive in southwest Houston.Rudolfo Pinon III, 25, is charged with murder and is currently in custody. Harris County prosecutors ...
Couple near troubled Meyerland apartment complex finds bullet hole in home
A Meyerland couple says a bullet that pierced their bathroom wall has become the final straw after living near an apartment complex, long plagued by crime and code violations....
‘This is not over’: Harris County braces for more flooding
Flooding impacted many parts of the Greater Houston area on Monday and emergency officials are warning residents the threat is not over.KPRC 2 News reporter Corley Peel spoke with Harris County emergency management officials and was live downtown near Interstate 45 North and Trav...
Vehicular homicide investigation underway at southwest Houston scene, HPD says
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash in southwest Houston between a pedestrian and vehicle.The incident happened around 1:45 a.m. Sunday, in the 6100 block of Marinette Drive.Houston police respond to ‘teen takeover’ at Discovery Green; shots fired, 2 detained with guns...
2-year-old killed in crash on FM 2920 in northwest Harris Co., sheriff says
According to the HCSO, a two-year-old child died, and a mother and an 8-month-old were taken to the hospital after a crash in northwest Harris County.
Toddler dies in northwest Harris County crash
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a 2-year-old died in the crash that happened earlier Saturday afternoon in the Hockley area.In a post on X, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez stated a U-Haul’s driver may have fallen asleep and crossed into the path of the Jeep with two...
Court records: James Harden arrested in Houston on unlawful carrying weapons charge
Court records filed in Harris County show Cleveland Cavaliers player and former Houston Rockets star James Harden was arrested early Saturday and charged with a misdemeanor count of Unlawful Carrying Weapons, after prosecutors allege he had a handgun in “plain view” inside his ve...
Harris County District Attorney's office reviewing cases involving HPD officer fired in racist rant
After 13 Investigates identified 10 cases involving fired HPD officer Ashley Gonzalez, the Harris County District Attorney's Office said it expects to issue notices to defendants....
Woman dies after being hit by car on Highway 249; Harris County deputy also struck
A woman was killed after being hit by a vehicle while attempting to cross Highway 249 Thursday night, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.The crash happened around 10:32 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 249 and Old Bammel North Houston Road.Executive director of Ha...
Commissioners hear concerns, but approve contract between Pct. 1 constable and River Oaks District
One of Houston's more glitzy shopping centers will soon have more police presence after a public safety contract between the Precinct 1 Constable's Office and Fertitta Entertainment was approved....
Woman crashes car, leading to ejection of passenger, killing him in N. Harris County, HCSO said
HCSO said that Yury Chavez has been charged with intoxication manslaughter after speeding on Wednesday night.
Montgomery County youth softball coach sought sex with 15-year-old; arrested in sting, officials say
A youth softball coach in Montgomery County has been arrested on a charge of online solicitation of a minor after allegedly seeking sex with a detective who was posing as a 15-year-old girl, Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen announced.The coach was identified as Natha...
Weekly Crime Report 06/04/2026-06/10/2026
Weekly Crime Report 06/04/2026-06/10/2026
Woman going nearly twice speed limit before crash that killed husband, faces intoxication manslaughter charge
A woman is facing charges after deputies say she crashed her vehicle while driving under the influence, killing her common-law husband overnight in north Harris County.The crash happened around 11 p.m. Wednesday in the 600 block of Century Plaza near Woodham Drive.According to th...
Eastbound lanes of Westpark Tollway reopen near Highway 6 after crash
UPDATE: The highway has reopened.A crash involving multiple vehicles has caused all eastbound lanes of the Westpark Tollway to be shut down.The crash happened near SH-6 in the Mission Bend area of Harris County.Houston Transtar cameras show emergency vehicles blocking the eastbou...
Investigation into Female’s Death at 2300 Caroline Street
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a female found at 2300 Caroline Street about 6:35 a.m. today (June 10). The identity and cause of death of the female is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Det...
Teen Citizens Police Academy
The West University Police Department is excited to announce its new Teen Citizens Police Academy program!
Weekly Crime Report 1/2/25-1/8/25
Weekly Crime Report 1/2/25-1/8/25
Former HPD officer indicted after allegedly placing GPS tracker on suspect's truck without warrant
A former Houston police officer accused of placing a GPS tracking device on a suspect's truck without a warrant has been indicted by a Harris County grand jury....
18-year-old charged with murder in shooting of teen at Harris County home over alleged owed money
A 18-year-old has been arrested and is charged with murder after a shooting at a home in the Remington Ranch subdivision in north Harris County left a 15-year-old dead Monday night.The shooting happened at a home near Remington Ridge Road and Remington Bend Drive.Deputies initial...
New Harris County report on sex assaults shows difficulties in reducing and solving crime
According to a new report from the Harris County Sexual Assault Response Team, law enforcement agencies increased their adult sex crimes units, but arrest rates remain low....
Email Scam Advisory
The West University Place Police Department is urging residents to remain vigilant following recent reports of fraudulent emails targeting residents.
Mother and teenage son killed in SE Harris County; timeline of emergency calls reveals complex response
Authorities are investigating after a woman and her teenage son died Tuesday morning in southeast Harris County, with emergency calls unfolding over several hours and investigators still working to determine how and when the shootings occurred.The first call came in around 5:30 a...
Woman arrested, charged with murder after deadly stabbing in southeast Houston, court records show
Harris County court records state that Ariyanna Cooper is in jail and charged with murder after a man was fatally stabbed in southeast Houston.
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 7740 Bretshire Drive
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man and wounding of another that occurred at 7740 Bretshire Drive about 1:30 a.m. on June 7. The identity of the deceased victim, 37, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Scie...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 4400 Reed Road
Houston police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash in the 4400 block of Reed Road about 9:10 p.m. on June 5. The identity of the deceased male, 51, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant M. Barro...
Man charged with murder after father killed while trying to recover son’s stolen truck, authorities say
An arrest has been made in the shooting death of a Houston-area father who investigators say was killed while trying to help recover his son’s stolen truck in north Harris County.According to authorities, 37-year-old London Hogan made his first court appearance Sunday night and i...
Man arrested after carjacking, killing vehicle's owner in north Harris County, sheriff's office says
Investigators said the owner of the stolen vehicle found his car and reportedly confronted the suspect, who shot and killed the owner. The suspect is in custody and charged with murder, HCSO says....
Pedestrian killed in Northwest Freeway crash in Jersey Village, Harris County Sheriff's Office says
Authorities said that Jersey Village police officers found a man lying on the ground on the Northwest Freeway before they pronounced him dead at the scene....
Man killed, another hospitalized after double shooting in north Harris County, officials say
Harris County authorities are investigating a deadly shooting in Spring after deputies found two people shot early Sunday morning.According to Harris County Precinct 4, deputies were called to the 23300 block of Aldine Westfield Road around 3:30 a.m. on reports of gunfire. When t...
Truck crashes into back of wrecker truck in the middle of a traffic stop in east Harris County
The incident reportedly started as a traffic stop on a reckless driver before another driver crashed into the back of a wrecker.
Humble-area teen charged after evidence contradicts accidental shooting claim, HCSO says
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said 19-year-old Frederick Middleton was shot in the head inside a home on Spring Brook Pass Drive around 1:18 a.m. on June 3....
11-year-old on electric bike involved in crash in Cypress, Harris County Precinct 4 officials say
Investigators said the 11-year-old on the electric bike tried to go around a vehicle stopped at an intersection and collided with an oncoming vehicle.
Pct. 4: Child struck after e-bike collides with vehicle in NW Harris County
An 11-year-old was injured in an e-bike crash in northwest Harris County when attempting to bypass a stopped car, according to Precinct 4.
Firefighters respond to fire at Mexican restaurant in southwest Houston, HFD says
According to the Houston Fire Department, there were no reported injuries to firefighters or restaurant personnel at a Mexican restaurant fire on Kirby Drive....
Employee Spotlight: Meet Damayra Moore
Meet Damayra Moore, our Crime Victim Specialist in the Bellaire Police Department.
Manager of NW Harris County massage parlor arrested in undercover prostitution investigation
An arrest was made at a massage parlor during an undercover prostitution investigation Thursday in northwest Harris County, according to deputies with the Harris County Constable Precinct 4.An undercover detective posed as a customer at 990 Massage, located in the 900 block of W....
Investigation into Fatal Stabbing at 7402 Calhoun Road
Houston police are investigating the fatal stabbing of a man that occurred at 7402 Calhoun Road about 2:25 a.m. today (June 5). The identity of the victim, 23, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Ser...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 7400 Eastex Freeway
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash in the 7400 block of Eastex Freeway (North U.S. Highway 59) service road about 7:25 a.m. on Thursday (June 4). The identity of the deceased male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicul...
Harris County Public Health launches Ebola dashboard to keep Houston-area residents informed
Harris County Public Health, working with the Harris County Office of Emergency Management and the City of Houston, has launched a public-facing Ebola dashboard designed to keep residents updated as officials monitor for any confirmed cases in the region.The dashboard is intended...
Weekly Crime Report 05/28/2026-06/03/2026
Weekly Crime Report 05/28/2026-06/03/2026
Bellaire traffic stop uncovers personal information of nearly 250 potential identity theft victims
A routine traffic stop led to the arrest of two people and the discovery of identifying information belonging to 250 potential victims, according to the Bellaire Police Department.Officers stopped the driver around 8 p.m. on Monday, June 1, after observing traffic violations.Gov....
Hurricane season is here. Do you have 10 days of supplies?
Hurricane season is officially underway, and Harris County emergency officials say the worst time to prepare is when a storm is already headed toward the Gulf Coast.County leaders are encouraging residents to start building emergency plans and disaster supply kits now, before she...
3 arrested after mother hears intruders breaking into home while child is inside
Three suspects were arrested after allegedly attempting to burglarize a home while a mother and her child were inside, according to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office responded to a residence in the 18800 block of Timber S...
Bellaire traffic stop leads to discovery of hundreds of potential identity theft victims across Texas
Bellaire police said they uncovered personal identifying information for approximately 250 potential victims.
Illegally stored fireworks seized from Harris County home, says fire marshal's office
A Harris County homeowner is facing multiple citations for illegally storing and selling fireworks from their property, according to fire inspectors.
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 2400 Summer Street
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash that occurred in the 2400 block of Summer Street about 9:40 a.m. today (June 3). The identity of the deceased female is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD V...
Teen flown to Texas Medical Center after shooting inside Humble-area home, sheriff says
A 19-year-old is in critical condition after being shot inside a Humble home, with Harris County deputies investigating whether the shooting was accidental....
18-year-old charged after accidental shooting leaves 19-year-old injured in Humble
A teenage boy was flown to a hospital in critical condition after an apparent accidental shooting at a Humble home, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies responded to a residence in the 10700 block of Spring Brook Pass, where investigators learned an 18-year-ol...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 6700 Fondren Road
Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 6700 Fondren Road about 9:55 a.m. on Monday (June 1). The identity of the deceased female, 80, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Div...
Harris County detectives arrest man accused of illegally selling disabled parking placards online
A 28-year-old man has been arrested and charged with a felony after investigators say he illegally sold disabled parking placards through social media, according to the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office.David T. Brown, of Beasley, is charged with tampering with a govern...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 3400 Gulf Freeway
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash that occurred in the 3400 block of Gulf Freeway (South Interstate Highway 45) about 9:40 p.m. on June 1. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Fo...
Investigation into Female’s Death at 1116 Banks Street
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a female found at 1116 Banks Street about 10:10 a.m. on June 1. The identity and cause of death of the female is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant ...
Evergreen Pool Temporarily Closed
The Evergreen Lap Pool is temporarily closed for emergency maintenance...
Houston firefighter arrested, charged with child grooming in Austin County
A Houston firefighter has been arrested and is charged in Austin County.Sources say Jason Gaines was arrested by Austin County deputies at HFD Station 90.He was taken to the Austin County Jail and is charged with child grooming. Louisiana rapper Boosie Badazz charged in Harris Co...
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 7200 Canal Street
Houston Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male at 7200 Canal Street about 8:55 p.m. on May 31. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeants S. Jimene...
Louisiana rapper Boosie Badazz charged in Harris County after allegedly hitting security guard with glass hookah
Louisiana rapper Boosie Badazz, whose real name is Torrence Ivy Hatch Jr., is facing an aggravated assault charge in Harris County stemming from an incident that happened last month. According to court records, on May 25, Boosie was arrested and charged with aggravated assault wi...
Remembering firefighters lost 13 years after the deadliest day in Houston Fire Department's history
Four firefighters died while battling a southwest Houston motel fire. A fifth firefighter died in 2017 from injuries sustained in that fire.
‘They sacrificed everything’: Houston remembers firefighters lost from deadly Southwest Inn fire, 13 years later
It has been 13 years since a five-alarm fire at the Southwest Inn in southwest Houston turned into one of the Houston Fire Department’s most devastating losses.First responders were dispatched to the motel along the Southwest Freeway on May 31, 2013. At the scene, Houston Fire Ca...
Amber Alert issued for 6-year-old Kiara Hsieh last seen in Dickinson
Authorities are investigating the abduction of 6-year-old Kiara Hsieh, according to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.The Texas Department of Public Safety issued a local Amber Alert at 5:50 a.m. on Saturday. Authorities said Kiara was last seen around 6:39 p.m. on ...
Have you seen her? Local AMBER Alert issued for missing 6-year-old girl out of Dickinson
If you see the two or have any information about their whereabouts, you're asked to contact 911 or the Harris County Pct. 4 Constable's Office.
Hundreds of images of 'child erotica' seized from Houston-area home; man arrested
A man was arrested after hundreds of photos of “child erotica” were seized from a Houston-area home, Harris County Constable Precinct One Alan Rosen announced.Sergio Guel, 31, was charged as part of an ongoing investigation by Constable Precinct One’s Internet Crimes Against Chil...
Houston law enforcement agencies launch ‘Project Safe Start’ to boost security around HISD campuses
Houston-area law enforcement agencies and community leaders are teaming up to make sure students finish the school year safely.The Houston ISD Police Department, Houston Police Department, METRO Police Department and Ministers Against Crime are set to announce Project Safe Start ...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 8900 Gulf Freeway
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash in the 8900 block of Gulf Freeway (South Interstate Highway 45) about 7:15 p.m. on Thursday (May 28). The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HP...
Harris County Precinct 4 deputy injured in crash, constable's office says
Pct. 4 said the deputy was taken to the hospital after their patrol car was hit by another vehicle overnight.
Demolition underway at abandoned southwest Houston bank building where homicide victim was found
Jennifer Davis told KHOU 11 that her child, Jade, was just days away from turning 26 years old, when police said she was shot and killed.
Weekly Crime Report 05/21/2026-05/27/2026
Weekly Crime Report 05/21/2026-05/27/2026
More than $350K in cash seized during SWAT raid at Houston social club
Houston police say an undercover investigation led to a SWAT raid at a southwest Houston social club where cash and gambling evidence were seized.
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 9700 Homestead Road
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash in the 9700 block of Homestead Road about 5:20 p.m. on May 27. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant L....
2 suspects found with hundreds of pieces of stolen mail inside U-Haul in NW Harris County: Pct. 4
Two men were arrested at a storage facility along the Northwest Freeway over the weekend, and a Precinct 4 spokesperson said stolen mail was found in the U-Haul they were using....
Fire Hydrant Flushing Resumes This Weekend
The City of Bellaire Public Works will continue its biannual fire hydrant flushing and testing the weekend of May 30 - June 1.
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 11500 East Freeway
Houston police are investigating the fatal auto-pedestrian crash at 11500 East Freeway about 4:20 p.m. on Tuesday (May 26). The identity of the deceased female is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Divi...
Pct. 4: Harris County deputy bitten, another concussed during chaotic party response
A Spring neighborhood disturbance led to four arrests after a crowd at a rental property allegedly assaulted deputies, according to Harris County Precinct 4....
4 arrested after 3 deputies were injured following huge teen takeover last week, Precinct 4 says
One officer sustained a concussion after being hit with a bottle, and the other was hit and bitten as multiple fights broke out on Friday evening in Harris County....
EB lanes of East Freeway at John Ralston Road closed after crash involving pedestrian: Authorities
According to Harris County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Terry Garza, all eastbound lanes of the East Freeway at John Ralston Road have been shut down.
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 4800 North Freeway
Houston police are investigating the fatal auto-pedestrian crash at 4800 North Freeway (North interstate Highway 45) about 3:20 a.m. on Saturday (May 23). The identity of the deceased individual is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic ...
Driver found dead with possible gunshot wounds in east Harris County
A man was found dead from gunshot wounds in a vehicle in east Harris County. Investigators suspect the shooter was in the car with him, per police insights....
Investigation into Deceased Person Found at 8950 Country Creek Drive
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a person found at 8950 Country Creek Drive about 8:15 a.m. on Monday (May 25). The identity and cause of death of the individual is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide D...
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 2395 State Highway 6
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male and wounding of another at 2395 State Highway 6 about 11:50 p.m. on Monday (May 25). The identity of the deceased male, 19, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences....
Man in critical condition after being found with multiple gunshot wounds in southwest Houston
Police are investigating after a man was found shot multiple times in a pickup truck in southwest Houston early this morning.
Mother, girlfriend arrested months after toddlers found severely injured in northwest Harris County home
Two women are behind bars, accused of severely abusing two toddlers in northwest Harris County.
Houston shopper finds credit card skimmer on checkout machine at southwest grocery store, police called
A Houston woman says she discovered a credit card skimmer attached to a checkout machine at a southwest Houston grocery store while trying to pay for groceries with her EBT card ahead of Memorial Day weekend....
HPD investigating homicide after body found near southwest Houston bayou
Police are investigating a homicide after a body was found near a bayou in southwest Houston Monday morning.
Man charged in shooting that killed romantic partner, another man at Spring apartment complex
Harris County officials are continuing to investigate a deadly shooting at a Spring apartment complex that left two people dead, and authorities have now announced an arrest in the case....
Inmate dies in Harris County Jail, marking 6 inmate deaths since start of 2026, according to HCSO
According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the inmate experienced an unknown medical emergency before he was taken to the hospital, where he later died....
Houston mother says HISD security guard choked second grader, demands video release
HISD says district police investigated allegations involving a security guard and a second grader at MacGregor Elementary before referring the case to the Harris County DA’s Office....
How emergency crews trace odd odors and determine if they're safe
The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office explains how hazmat crews trace odd odors and determine whether there is danger to the community.
Violent suspects flee after cutting monitors; Crime Stoppers advocate urges Harris County reforms
A Crime Stoppers advocate says 37 capital murder suspects are on bond in Harris County, with some bonds as low as $50,000.
Channelview, Pasadena, Spring among areas of Harris County with reports of gas odor, officials say
The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office confirmed it received several reports of gas odors on Thursday, but could not find a source. Officials with Precinct 4 said the reports ranged from Pasadena to Tomball....
Weekly Crime Report 05/14/2026-05/20/2026
Weekly Crime Report 05/14/2026-05/20/2026
‘We will never give up’: Memorial aims to generate tips in Harris County father’s murder case
Nearly 3 years after Austin Kanuch was stabbed in his sleep, his family is turning grief into determination, unveiling a memorial bench in Cypress Park while a $40,000 reward is on the table for information leading to an arrest....
Former U.S. attorney charged in Houston crash
Former U.S. attorney Jennifer Bess Lowery faces felony charges in Harris County for allegedly failing to stop and render aid after a crash, court documents show....
Shots fired at service dog while protecting owner from aggressive pit bull, deputies say
A gun was pulled during a dog attack Tuesday at an apartment complex in northwest Harris County, according to deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office....
Murder suspect accused in deadly crash vanishes days before retrial, records show
A Harris County murder suspect accused of causing a deadly crash while fleeing deputies is on the run after authorities say he removed his GPS ankle monitor and failed to appear in court....
Crime Stoppers offering $5,000 reward for arrest of man accused of cutting off ankle monitor
Crime Stoppers Houston is raising concerns after two Harris County murder defendants allegedly cut off their ankle monitors and disappeared before trial within the span of a month....
Fired and rehired: KHOU 11 Investigates ‘wandering officer’ on TSU campus
Personnel records reviewed by KHOU show Officer Christopher Lamar Harris was terminated by HISD before being terminated by Aldine ISD. TSU still hired him....
Michelin-recognized Hidden Omakase damaged after SUV crashes into Houston restaurant
A Michelin-recognized sushi restaurant near Houston’s Galleria is facing an uncertain future after an SUV crashed through the front of the business.
Defendant accused in deadly 100 MPH crash wanted in Harris County after cutting ankle monitor days before trial
For the second time in the month of May, a Harris County murder defendant allegedly cut off his court-ordered GPS ankle monitor just before his trial was scheduled to begin....
Texas congressional candidate who lost Republican primary arrested for allegedly assaulting wife
Brett Jensen, who ran for Texas’ 8th Congressional District as a lifelong conservative, was arrested Sunday night and charged with assault-family violence involving impeding breathing, according to Harris County court records....
Man set patrol car on fire while detained for Harris County crash, court records show
Harris County officials said the suspect crashed into a pole before kicking a patrol car and spitting on deputies. While detained in the backseat, the suspect then set the deputy's vehicle on fire, records show....
Woman arrested after leading deputies on chase in north Harris County, sheriff's office says
Authorities said the driver led deputies on a chase at speeds up to 80 miles per hour before losing control and crashing at Century Plaza Drive near North Briar Drive....
Southeast Harris Co. couple cleans up after police chase ends with truck crashing into home
Authorities said what began as a traffic stop escalated into a high-speed chase, ending in the suspect vehicle crashing into a couple's residence in southeast Harris County....
Teen girl dies after crashing on gas-powered mini bike in north Harris County, constable says
"Please keep the victim's family and loved ones in your thoughts during this difficult time," the constable said on social media.
Man charged with capital murder in death of southwest Houston bar employee
Christopher Lee Bowden, 47, was arrested Wednesday and charged with capital murder.
Weekly Crime Report 05/07/2026-05/13/2026
Weekly Crime Report 05/07/2026-05/13/2026
Police arrest man in connection to Houston Methodist employee stabbing
Perry Green, 46, is charged with aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon and aggravated kidnapping after police allege he stabbed a Houston Methodist employee in a Texas Medical Center parking garage....
Update: Suspect Arrested, Charged in Man’s Death at 10515 Bellaire Boulevard
Houston police have arrested a suspect charged in the death of a man found at 10515 Bellaire Boulevard about 12:05…
Police find man shot to death outside southwest Houston apartment complex, police say
Police say they're working to find out what happened after they found a man dead outside a southwest Houston apartment complex.
