CHRISTOPHER BREWSTER

HOUSTON – The death of a Houston police sergeant Monday marks the fourth line-of-duty death for the Houston Police Department since December. Sean Rios is seen in this duty photo provided by the Houston Police Department on Nov. 9, 2020. Sean Rios died after being hit by gunfire during a shootout along the North Freeway on Nov. 9, 2020. Elmer Manzano is charged with capital murder and attempted capital murder in connection with the case. Arturo Solis has been charged with capital murder in connection with Brewster’s death.

A report out Monday from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund found Texas already led the nation in officer fatalities in 2019. Christopher Brewster, 32, was fatally shot while responding to a domestic violence call. Ferranto says the circumstances of his death a firearms-related fatality linked to domestic violence is a significant threat to officers. Many of our firearms fatalities have to do with domestic violence, she said. As of Dec. 27, 128 law enforcement officers died, 119 men and 9 women.

Papa John's Pizza extends fundraising campaign for fallen Nassau Bay Sgt. Kaila SullivanThis undated photo provided by the City of Nassau Bay shows Nassau Bay Police Sgt. (City of Nassau Bay via AP) less This undated photo provided by the City of Nassau Bay shows Nassau Bay Police Sgt. Kaila Sullivan, who died Tuesday night, Dec. 10, 2019, when she was struck by a vehicle fleeing a traffic stop, in Nassau Bay, ... more Photo: Associated Press Photo: Associated Press Image 1 of / 3 Caption Close Papa John's Pizza extends fundraising campaign for fallen Nassau Bay Sgt. After the loss of fallen Nassau Bay Sergeant Kaila Sullivan, Papa Johns announced it will extend its fundraiser for an additional two days.

HPD officers arriving at Grace Church as they prepare for the funeral on Sgt. Chris Brewster#abc13eyewitness pic.twitter.com/LKHiLF4snF Jeff Ehling (@JeffEhlingABC13) December 12, 2019HPD Honor Guard now here at Grace Church #abc13eyewitness pic.twitter.com/Pxk8HbTOHC Jeff Ehling (@JeffEhlingABC13) December 12, 2019East side patrol officers are here outside of Grace Church waiting for the casket carrying Sergeant Christopher Brewster to arrive. Brewster was assigned to Eastside and worked with these men and women.#abc13eyewitness pic.twitter.com/3NXTn99Wv5 Jeff Ehling (@JeffEhlingABC13) December 12, 2019HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Friends, family and supporters have gathered Thursday to say farewell to fallen Houston police Sgt. The escort will head north on the Gulf Freeway toward South Wayside.Wednesday night, a visitation for Brewster was held at Sagemont Church, where Brewster attended services. Brewster was the new one.They gave each other a hard time, he says, but Brewster was eager to learn.

Staff photos capture scenes from Houston PD Sgt. Brewsters funeralHouston Police Chief Art Acevedo prepares to speak at the funeral for Houston police Sgt. Christopher Brewster on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2019, in Houston. less Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo prepares to speak at the funeral for Houston police Sgt. Brewster was shot and killed in the line of duty while ... more Photo: Jon Shapley/Staff Photographer Photo: Jon Shapley/Staff Photographer Image 1 of / 50 Caption Close Staff photos capture scenes from Houston PD Sgt.

Brewster, Sullivan among Texas police officers who have died in the line of dutyThree Houston-area officers have been killed in the line of duty in just three months. ... more Photo: Houston Chronicle Photo: Houston Chronicle Image 1 of / 59 Caption Close Sgts. Brewster, Sullivan among Texas police officers who have died in the line of duty 1 / 59 Back to GalleryNearly 1,000 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty over the last five years, according to data from the Officer Down Memorial Page. Sullivan died Tuesday night when a suspect struck her during a traffic stop on the 2000 block of San Sebastian Court. Seventeen of those officers died in Texas, data showed.

Fallen HPD sergeant Chris Brewster remembered as devoted, heroic and 'wonderfully weird'Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo prepares to speak at the funeral for Houston police Sgt. Christopher Brewster on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2019, in Houston. Christopher Brewster on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2019, in Houston. He was downright weird sometimes, but he was wonderfully weird, Cole said. Cole remembered Brewster jamming his guitar and wearing a green beanie in junior high school, or cruising around Sagemont in his old Saturn listening to indie bands.

Updated message - sent by Chief @ArtAcevedo - to all HPD officers tonight. #hounews pic.twitter.com/H9PEZ81kYK Houston Police (@houstonpolice) December 12, 2019HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Officials were concerned that the bulletproof vest worn by slain Houston police Sgt. "The vest performed as expected and there was no vest failure," a statement attributed to Chief Acevedo said. said Acevedo.Acevedo said that Brewster was shot near the edge of the vest, but the vest wasn't penetrated. He was also shot between the vest and his belt.Arturo Solis, 25, was charged with capital murder of a police officer in connection with Brewster's death on Saturday.

Acevedo: Bullet did not pierce slain Houston police sergeants vestHouston Police Department Chief Art Acevedo speaks to the media before officers from the Houston Police Department escort the body of Sgt. Christopher Brewster out of the Harris County Institute of Forensic ... more Photo: Mark Mulligan/Staff Photographer Photo: Mark Mulligan/Staff Photographer Image 1 of / 19 Caption Close Acevedo: Bullet did not pierce slain Houston police sergeants vest 1 / 19 Back to GalleryHouston Police Chief Art Acevedo said Wednesday night that a bullet did not pierce Sgt. Christopher Brewsters body armor, clearing up earlier concerns that rounds possibly penetrated the bulletproof vest. Again, the vest performed as expected and there was no vest failure. We are relieved to have established that the concerns regarding a vest penetration have been addressed.julian.gill@chron.com

HOUSTON – The men and women who serve our communities put their lives on the line every day to ensure the safety of the public. She was transported to Houston Clear Lake Hospital, where she later died. Christopher Brewster who was killed in the line of duty in east Houston on Dec. 7, 2019. 2018Waller County deputy, Loren Vasquez, 23, was killed in the line of duty while responding to a high water call late Wednesday, Oct. 31. Officer Richard Martin was killed in the line of duty on May 18, 2015.

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (KTRK) -- As tributes pour in for fallen Houston police Sgt. Christopher Brewster, one of his brothers in blue is making sure he will be remembered.Officer Johnny Castro is a forensic artist with the Philadelphia Police Department. He creates portraits of officers killed in the line of duty across the country.Castro says he has painted almost every officer who died in the line of duty this year, including Fayetteville, Arkansas, Officer Stephen Carr who was also killed Saturday.Carr is from Houston and his father was a Houston police sergeant.The portraits are given to the officer's family.When ABC13 talked to Castro, he was painting the Jersey City officer killed in a gun battle just hours ago.

Nassau Bay police Sgt. Kaila Sullivan killed in traffic stopThis undated photo provided by the Nassau Bay, Texas, Police Department shows Tavores Henderson. Kaila Sullivan with his vehicle while fleeing a traffic stop Tuesday evening, Dec. 10, 2019. (Nassau Bay Police Department via AP) less This undated photo provided by the Nassau Bay, Texas, Police Department shows Tavores Henderson. Kaila ... more Photo: Associated Press Photo: Associated Press Image 1 of / 29 Caption Close Nassau Bay police Sgt.

This is the message that was sent to all HPD officers tonight by Chief Art Acevedo. pic.twitter.com/QRQ2Dh49Vf Houston Police (@houstonpolice) December 10, 2019HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A bulletproof vest worn by slain Houston police Sgt. Christopher Brewster was "potentially penetrated" when he responded to a domestic disturbance call, according to HPD Chief Art Acevedo.After first releasing the information on Monday, Acevedo added additional details Tuesday. The heavier vests are worn outside the uniform, as opposed to the standard issue vest that's worn underneath. After HPD's tweet went out, Joe Gamaldi, president of the Houston Police Officers' Union, expressed concern over the potential of failure in equipment.

Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo demanded U.S. senators from Texas choose sides in an ongoing gun control battle Monday morning. John Cornyn's office blamed Democrats for walking away from negotiations on the bill and told us Cornyn has worked to enhance the act. Senator Cruz is currently reviewing Violence Against Women Act legislation in the Senate. "You start caring about cops, children and women and everyday gun violence. On Monday, Turner appeared to suggest today may not have been time for politics.In a statement, Turner told ABC13, "This is a very painful moment.

This is the booking photo of suspect Arturo Solis, 25, charged with the capital murder of HPD Sergeant Christopher Brewster. The man accused of killing Houston Police Sgt. Christopher Brewster is Arturo Solis, a 25-year-old man with a lengthy criminal history. These mugshots date back to 2007,HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A Houston police sergeant died Saturday after a shooting in Houston's East End, according to police chief Art Acevedo.Sgt. Brewster.They say Solis told authorities he was aware Brewster was a police officer and shot him in order to avoid arrest.Brewster's death is the first line-of-duty fatality involving a Houston-area law enforcement officer since Harris County Sheriff's deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal was ambushed during a traffic stop in Sept. 2019.

We send our heartfelt prayers to the family of the @houstonpolice Sergeant who was shot and killed this evening. Sergeant Christopher Brewster is survived by his wife. "The best of the best are the ones that get killed because they're the ones that don't wait."Sgt. But I want everyone to know he was a true crime fighter, in the truest definition of the word. Brewster was a nine year veteran of the Houston Police Department and leaves behind a wife, parents and siblings.

Bullet possibly penetrated slain Houston police officer's vest, HPD saysSgt. Christopher Brewster, Houston Police Department. Christopher Brewster, Houston Police Department. Photo: Handout Photo: Handout Image 1 of / 49 Caption Close Bullet possibly penetrated slain Houston police officer's vest, HPD says 1 / 49 Back to GalleryAt least one round possibly penetrated Houston Department Sgt. In addition to the round that potentially penetrated his vest, Brewster was also shot in areas the vest did not cover, according to earlier reports.

EMBED >More News Videos Surveillance video shows suspect running during HPD manhunt for suspect. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Dramatic surveillance video obtained exclusively by ABC13 shows the moments surrounding the tragic shooting of Sgt. Seconds after that, multiple officers and first responders are seen in the video, rushing to help a fellow officer. "The video also captures the ambulance arriving and paramedics attempting to save Sgt. "Roberto Solis said his son, Arturo, has a long history of mental illness, as well as a criminal history.

HOUSTON – The body of Houston police Sgt. Christopher Brewster was escorted Monday from the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences building to a northwest Houston funeral home Monday morning. Members of Brewster’s Eastside Patrol Division stood at attention and saluted his casket as it was taken into the funeral home. A 9-year veteran of the Houston Police Department, Brewster was promoted to sergeant 9 months ago. Police said Brewster, 32, was shot several times by 25-year-old Arturo Solis on a street in east Houston.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Surveillance video shows the moments before and after Sgt. Christopher Brewster was gunned down while responding to a domestic disturbance call.In the video, Sgt. Brewster's patrol vehicle can be seen going down the street.A few moments later, a shadowy figure is seen running in the opposite direction in the background.Sgt. Brewster died Saturday after a shooting in Houston's East End, according to police chief Art Acevedo. Arturo Solis is charged in his murder.Brewster was responding to a domestic disturbance call on Avenue I just after 5:45 p.m.That call was from a female who advised dispatchers that her boyfriend was assaulting her and that he was armed with two weapons, Acevedo said.

EMBED >More News Videos WATCH: Solis appeared in court today where he was denied bond. Christopher Brewster Saturday night in Houston's East End. Brewster later died at the hospital.Solis, 25, was charged with capital murder of a police officer early Sunday morning.Brewster was responding to a domestic disturbance call on Avenue I just after 5:45 p.m. Authorities say Brewster exited his vehicle without his gun drawn and was trying to get Solis' attention by waving both hands.According to court documents, Solis confessed to shooting Brewster. He is being held with no bond.Solis has a lengthy criminal history including a charge of assault causing bodily injury.Below are his previous charges:

Acevedo calls out Cornyn, Cruz, McConnell after Houston sergeant fatally shot by 'domestic abuser'Houston Police Department Chief Art Acevedo speaks to the media before officers from the Houston Police Department escort the body of Sgt. I dont want to hear about how much they care about the sanctity of lives, Acevedo said. Mitch McConnell, Ted Cruz and John Cornyn; the latter of which Acevedo jousted with last week on Twitter after a press conference about the Violence Against Women Act. The Violence Against Women Act is still fully funded despite what the Chief implied, a spokesman said. "Democrats in DC walked away from negotiations and thats when it fell apart," said Drew Brandewie, a spokesman for Cornyn.

Things to know about the killing of HPD Sgt. Christopher BrewsterChristopher Brewster, a 32-year-old sergeant with the Houston Police Department, was gunned down while investigating a domestic disturbance in the citys East End on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019. Chron.com ... more Photo: Associated Press Photo: Associated Press Image 1 of / 18 Caption Close Things to know about the killing of HPD Sgt. Christopher Brewster 1 / 18 Back to GalleryThe city of Houston is mourning the loss of a police sergeant killed while responding to a domestic disturbance Saturday night. Christopher Brewster, 32, was gunned down in the 7400 block of Avenue L around 6 p.m., killed by 25-year-old Arturo Solis, police say.

Police radio traffic captures fallen HPD sergeants last momentsThe Houston police sergeant killed while responding to a domestic disturbance helped relay critical information to his fellow officers even after being shot, all of which was captured on police radio traffic. Christopher Brewster helped relay critical suspect information to officers responding after Brewster had been shot Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019. Christopher Brewster helped relay critical suspect information to officers responding after Brewster had been shot Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019. As he lay on the ground, he relayed critical information about the gunmans description that later helped officers capture Solis, Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo said. Hes wearing red, hes wearing red, hes wearing red, Brewster said into his radio.

Slain Houston PD Sergeant Brewster to be laid to rest ThursdayCommanders and officers from the Houston Police Department salute as the body of Sgt. Christopher Brewster is brought out of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences building to be escorted to a funeral ... more Photo: Mark Mulligan/Staff Photographer Photo: Mark Mulligan/Staff Photographer Image 1 of / 12 Caption Close Slain Houston PD Sergeant Brewster to be laid to rest Thursday 1 / 12 Back to GalleryFuneral arrangements have been tentatively scheduled for a Houston Police sergeant who was killed while on duty in east Houston over the weekend. HPD Sergeant Christopher Brewster, 32, was shot in the chest with a semi-automatic pistol after responding to a domestic disturbance call Saturday near Magnolia Park, the Houston Chronicle reported. At the time of the shooting, Brewster was wearing a bulletproof vest, but he was struck in areas it did not cover, the Chronicle reported. RELATED: Arturo Solis charged with capital murder in shooting death of Houston Police Sgt.

I am finally alone at home reflecting about the loss of @houstonpolice Sergeant Chris Brewster, a hero through & through. I will always cherish his infectious smile & his love for his family, friends, co-workers & community. Chief Art Acevedo (@ArtAcevedo) December 8, 2019One of our fellow Houston Police officers shared these heartwarming photos and this post. "The best of the best are the ones that get killed because they're the ones that don't wait. "He had his work family, and he had his gym family, and both are trying to come to terms with his death.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The atmosphere ahead of a Houston Texans home game is almost always electric and exciting.While Sunday's pregame festivities for the Denver Broncos' visit to NRG Stadium was just that for the most part, there was one moment when the crowds stood silent.Tens of thousands stopped to remember Christopher Brewster, the Houston police sergeant killed in the line of duty on Saturday.It wasn't long ago when the Texans last held a moment of silence for a fallen officer. In September, another somber moment was held in honor of Harris County deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal Funeral arrangements for Brewster were still pending Sunday.

'He's going to have to pay for what he did': Father of alleged cop killer Arturo Solis speaks outThis is the booking photo of suspect Arturo Solis, 25 now charged with the capital murder of HPD Sergeant Christopher Brewster. This is the booking photo of suspect Arturo Solis, 25 now charged with the capital murder of HPD Sergeant Christopher Brewster. The firearms didnt show up in Arturo Solis life until someone recently broke into his home down the street from Roberto Solis house. Since late September, people have threatened Roberto Solis over social media, mistaking him for Dhaliwal's alleged killer. "They're putting a bad name to 'Solis,'" Roberto Solis said.

This is the booking photo of suspect Arturo Solis, 25, charged with the capital murder of HPD Sergeant Christopher Brewster. 1/8/17- Burglary of vehicle - plead guilty- sentenced to 150 days in Harris County Jail- plead guilty- sentenced to 150 days in Harris County Jail 03/01/16- Evading arrest/detention - plead guilty- sentenced to 30 days in Harris County Jail- plead guilty- sentenced to 30 days in Harris County Jail 9/14/16- Harassment - guilty- sentenced 60 days in Brazoria Co Jail- guilty- sentenced 60 days in Brazoria Co Jail 8/11/15- Assault family member - plead guilty- sentenced to 70 days in Harris County Jail- plead guilty- sentenced to 70 days in Harris County Jail 11/10/14- Criminal mischief- guilty- sentenced to 20 Days Brazoria Co JailHOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Arturo Solis has been charged with shooting Sgt. Brewster later died at the hospital.Solis, 25, was charged with capital murder of a police officer early Sunday morning.Brewster was responding to a domestic disturbance call on Avenue I just after 5:45 p.m. Authorities say Brewster exited his vehicle without his gun drawn and was trying to get Solis' attention by waving both hands.According to court documents, Solis confessed to shooting Brewster. He is being held with no bond.Solis has a lengthy criminal history including a charge of assault causing bodily injury.Below are his previous charges:

This is the booking photo of suspect Arturo Solis, 25, charged with the capital murder of HPD Sergeant Christopher Brewster. 1/8/17- Burglary of vehicle - plead guilty- sentenced to 150 days in Harris County Jail- plead guilty- sentenced to 150 days in Harris County Jail 03/01/16- Evading arrest/detention - plead guilty- sentenced to 30 days in Harris County Jail- plead guilty- sentenced to 30 days in Harris County Jail 9/14/16- Harassment - guilty- sentenced 60 days in Brazoria Co Jail- guilty- sentenced 60 days in Brazoria Co Jail 8/11/15- Assault family member - plead guilty- sentenced to 70 days in Harris County Jail- plead guilty- sentenced to 70 days in Harris County Jail 11/10/14- Criminal mischief- guilty- sentenced to 20 Days Brazoria Co JailHOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Arturo Solis has been charged with shooting Sgt. Christopher Brewster Saturday night in Houston's East End. Authorities say Brewster exited his vehicle without his gun drawn and was trying to get Solis' attention by waving both hands.According to court documents, Solis confessed to shooting Brewster. He is being held with no bond.Solis has a lengthy criminal history including a charge of assault causing bodily injury.Below are his previous charges:

Arturo Solis charged with capital murder in shooting death of Houston Police Sgt. Christopher BrewsterSergeant Christopher Brewster and his suspected killer, Arturo Solis. Photo: HPD Photo: HPD Image 1 of / 35 Caption Close Arturo Solis charged with capital murder in shooting death of Houston Police Sgt. Christopher Brewster 1 / 35 Back to GalleryThe man accused of killing a Houston police sergeant Saturday night is being held without bond on a capital murder charge. Solis told police that he broke into the car because he was hurting for money and hadnt eaten in days.

HOUSTON – Comrades of Houston police Sgt. Christopher Brewster saluted as the casket carrying his body arrived at the Harris County Medical Examiner’s Office late Saturday night. Acevedo said Brewster called for help and was rushed to Memorial Hermann Hospital, but later succumbed to his injuries. With lights flashing, more than a dozen Houston Police Department cruisers and motorcycles escorted a van that was carrying Brewster’s body to the Medical Examiner’s Office about 10:45 p.m. Saturday. They stood at attention and saluted as the flag-draped casket was brought into the building.

Officer Christopher Brewster has died. He was promoted the Sergeant nine months ago. https://t.co/Hiv4XFnv0X #abc13eyewitness Tom Abrahams (@TomAbrahams13) December 8, 2019The man accused of killing Houston Police Sgt. Christopher Brewster is Arturo Solis, a 25-year-old man with a lengthy criminal history. These mugshots date back to 2007,HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A Houston police sergeant died Saturday after a shooting in Houston's East End, according to police chief Art Acevedo.Sgt.

HOUSTON, Texas -- It took just four minutes for Houston police sergeant Christopher Brewster to respond to a domestic disturbance call. Less than an hour later, Brewster was pronounced dead from gunshot wounds.Here are how the events unfolded:Call from a female victim that her boyfriend was assaulting her. Christopher Brewster spots the suspect & victim walking in the 7400 block of Ave L.Sgt. Brewster reports that he's been shot.A citywide "officer needs assistance" call goes out.HFD arrives on scene.K-9, air patrol arrive to help.CPR started on Sgt. Christopher Brewster, a nine year veteran of the Houston Police Dept.

I am finally alone at home reflecting about the loss of @houstonpolice Sergeant Chris Brewster, a hero through & through. I will always cherish his infectious smile & his love for his family, friends, co-workers & community. Chief Art Acevedo (@ArtAcevedo) December 8, 2019HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Chief Art Acevedo worked through his tears Saturday night as he remembered Sgt. "The best of the best are the ones that get killed because they're the ones that don't wait."Sgt. Christopher Brewster was responding to a domestic disturbance call when he was fatally shot.Acevedo recalled just nine months ago when he promoted Brewster to sergeant.

HOUSTON, Texas -- It took just four minutes for Houston police sergeant Christopher Brewster to respond to a domestic disturbance call. Less than an hour later, Brewster was pronounced dead from gunshot wounds.Here are how the events unfolded:Call from a female victim that her boyfriend was assaulting her. Christopher Brewster spots the suspect & victim walking in the 7400 block of Ave L.Sgt. Brewster reports that he's been shot.A citywide "officer needs assistance" call goes out.HFD arrives on scene.K-9, air patrol arrive to help.CPR started on Sgt. Christopher Brewster, a nine year veteran of the Houston Police Dept.

HOUSTON, Texas -- It took just four minutes for Houston police sergeant Christopher Brewster to respond to a domestic disturbance call. The victim tells dispatchers the boyfriend was armed with two firearms.Members of HPD Eastside Patrol arrive in the 7400 block of Ave I.Sgt. Christopher Brewster spots the suspect & victim walking in the 7400 block of Ave L.Sgt. Christopher Brewster, a nine year veteran of the Houston Police Dept. is pronounced dead.Brewster was promoted to sergeant nine months ago.He was 32-years-old and leaves behind a wife, parents, and siblings.

HOUSTON, Texas -- It took just four minutes for Houston police sergeant Christopher Brewster to respond to a domestic disturbance call. The victim tells dispatchers the boyfriend was armed with two firearms.Members of HPD Eastside Patrol arrive in the 7400 block of Ave I.Sgt. Christopher Brewster spots the suspect & victim walking in the 7400 block of Ave L.Sgt. Christopher Brewster, a nine year veteran of the Houston Police Dept. is pronounced dead.Brewster was promoted to sergeant nine months ago.He was 32-years-old and leaves behind a wife, parents, and siblings.