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Couple near troubled Meyerland apartment complex finds bullet hole in home
By Jessica Willey at ABC13 Houston
· June 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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.
Why this matters in Bellaire News
For residents of Bellaire, the incident in neighboring Meyerland is a stark reminder of the potential for crime to spill over into their own community. As the City of Homes, Bellaire takes pride in its safe and family-friendly environment, but its proximity to Houston means that it is not immune to the city's crime concerns. The fact that a bullet can pierce a home in a nearby neighborhood is a concern for Bellaire homeowners, who may wonder if similar incidents could occur in their own city. Bellaire's own police department has a strong reputation for keeping the community safe, but the incident in Meyerland may prompt residents to ask what measures are in place to prevent and respond to similar incidents in their own city.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 17, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? 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.
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