How bad is the crime in Houstonโs suburbs?
We know safety is a top priority for you and your families. Thatโs why we are looking into the crime data to see what is going on in different areas around Houston. From Fort Bend to Galveston and Montgomery Counties, we are looking at the types of crime many of you are dealing with.
Fort Bend County addresses public concern on safety of pedestrian crossings in Cinco Ranch area following teenโs death
Following the recent auto-pedestrian crash that killed a 14-year-old boy in a Mason Road crosswalk, there has been an increase in public concern about the safety of pedestrian crossings in the Cinco Ranch area.
โPreventableโ: Fort Bend County sheriff urges caution as crashes with pedestrians see sharp increase in 2023
In the past month, 14-year-old Logan Dark was hit and killed by a driver while riding his bike near Katy. A 61-year-old man was hit and killed while walking his dog in Sugar Land. Fort Bend County sheriff Eric Fagan said tragedies like this are on the rise.
4 men arrested, charged in connection with case of 2 teen brothers killed after 2020 โrandomโ shooting in Fort Bend County
Officials with Fort Bend County Sheriffโs Office announced โmultipleโ arrests in connection to the murder of two teen brothers who were shot and killed in December of 2020.
Man accused of sexually assaulting woman in March while walking on trail in Fresno arrested, charged: FBCSO
Fort Bend County Sheriff Eric Fagan, along with Major Rudy Castaneda and Captain Dalia Simons with the Sheriffโs Office Criminal Investigations Division provided details on the arrest of a suspect accused of sexually assaulting a woman on a trail in Fresno.
โClick It or Ticketโ: Campaign helps FBCSO step up crackdown of seat belt violators
The Fort Bend County Sheriffโs Office received a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to help crack down on unbuckled drivers and passengers during the busy Memorial Day holiday as part of a statewide seat belt enforcement campaign.
Fort Bend Co. sheriff sends warning about possible scam after teen caught on camera ringing doorbells in the middle of the night
โThere are individuals who are out there using this as a scam, they go and knock on peoplesโ doors claiming they need help just to get access into your home. Do not open the door for anyone at that time of night,โ the sheriff said.
Fort Bend County man issued fake CPR certification cards to hundreds of people from his county home, authorities say
Fort Bend County authorities are expected to hold a news conference Thursday to discuss an undercover sting operation in Cinco Ranch involving fraudulent CPR certifications in Fort Bend County.
Houston leaders cite anger, COVID-19 pandemic, and bond reform as reasons behind rising crime rates
When KPRC 2 Investigates discussed the rising crime rates from the inner city to the suburbs, we received a range of responses from several law enforcement agencies. The data shows that no part of the region is immune to crime, but where a person lives can determine what type of crime they will face.
Richmond man dies after being shot by son, Fort Bend County sheriff says
RICHMOND, Texas โ Fort Bend County sheriffโs deputies are investigating after they said a Richmond man was shot and killed inside of his home Thursday. According to Sheriff Eric Fagan, the 58-year-old man was shot three times by his 20-year-old son around 6:30 a.m. The suspect is in custody and charges have not yet been filed, deputies said. According to the sheriff, members of the Crisis Intervention Team have been called the residence numerous times over the past few years. โMy prayers are with the family, keep them in your prayers,โ said Fagan.
Community leaders help inspire children during Black History Month through virtual story times
Fort Bend County Sheriff Eric Fagan helps unleash the imaginations of children through the power of reading and storytelling, featuring children's books written by Black authors. HOUSTON โ Community leaders are playing a role in inspiring children during Black History Month through virtual storytimes. The Childrenโs Museum of Houston and Fort Bend Childrenโs Discovery Center have collaborated in this effort by inviting several community leaders, such as Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston Independent School District Interim Superintendent Grenita Lathan, Fort Bend Independent School District leaders and more, according to a release. The effort will feature childrenโs books written by Black authors, according to the release. The books will help explain the contributions of African Americans in their struggles for freedom and equality while explaining the nationโs history, the release stated.
Fort Bend County authorities discuss Inauguration Day safety
HOUSTON โ Fort Bend County Sheriff Eric Fagan held a news conference Monday at 2 p.m. with other local law enforcement representatives to discuss Inauguration Day safety measures the county will be taking to ensure the safety of all residents. Watch the full video in the player above.
FBCSO detention officer admits to sexual contact with inmate, authorities say
RICHMOND, Texas โ A Fort Bend County Sheriffโs Department employee with more than four years of service is now charged with improper sexual relationship with an inmate. Authorities said Monday that Nathan Carr, 31 -- a FBCSO civilian detention officer -- was removed from contact with inmates on Jan. 7 around 12:45 p.m. after an inmate came forward and told a sheriffโs department employee about what was happening between Carr and another inmate. Fort Bend County Sheriff Eric Fagan said the gender of the victim has not been released and โshouldnโt matter,โ though added that the information would eventually be released. Fort Bend authorities said Carr was removed from contact with inmates and โadmitted to his inappropriate conductโ and was arrested on Saturday at 9 p.m. and was relieved of duty without pay. Improper sexual relationship with an inmate is punishable of up to 2 years in prison and a $10,000 fine, Fagan said.
Eric Fagan, Fort Bend Countyโs new sheriff, officially sworn into office
Sheriff Eric Fagan has been sworn into office and will take over as Fort Bend County Sheriff. HOUSTON โ Fort Bend County officially has a new sheriff in town. READ: Fort Bend County elects first African American sheriff since reconstruction eraFagan won a close race against Precinct 4 Constable Trevor Nehls, drawing 53% of the votes. He was a Houston police officer for more than 30 years and has lived in Fort Bend County for nearly 20. Click here to read more about Faganโs goals for the sheriffโs office.
5 things for Houstonians to know for Thursday, Nov. 5
Here are things to know for Thursday, Nov. 5:1. Trump also pledged to go to the U.S. Supreme Court to stop votes from being counted. His statements early Wednesday morning followed a tweet he sent repeating a false claim that Democrats are stealing the election. Democrats' efforts to create blue wave in Texas wipeoutDemocrats had hoped to flip Texas from red to blue on election night. Fort Bend County elects first African American sheriff since reconstruction eraA historic win in Fort Bend County for Sheriff-elect Eric Fagan.
Fort Bend County elects first African American sheriff since reconstruction era
HOUSTON โ A historic win in Fort Bend County for Sheriff-elect Eric Fagan. Fagan is now the second Black sheriff to be elected in the countyโs history. Fagan was a Houston police officer for more than 30 years and has lived in Fort Bend County for nearly 20. Now that heโs elected, Fagan said he wants to bridge the gap between the sheriffโs department and the community. โI want to represent all the people of Fort Bend, not just African Americans, not just Hispanics, not just Muslims but everyone, Caucasian, everyone,โ Fagan said.