16 years later, sexual assault survivor finds justice after rapist sentenced to 56 years in prison
In April of 2006, a 14-year-old girl was hustling home as the sun began to set over southwest Houston and the street lights were turning on. A then 26-year-old man used that moment to corner the girl, knock her unconscious and sexually assault her. From that day, it would take 16 years to hold that man accountable.
Mother accused of shooting kids’ father after he showed up with current girlfriend during child drop-off charged in incident: HPD
A mother, upset that the father of their two children had his current girlfriend in the car during their arranged child drop off, shot the father Sunday night, according to Houston police.
‘Hold the air! Everybody good?’: Body camera, dashcam footage shows fatal shootout between HPD officers, carjacking suspect
Houston police have released body camera footage of an officer-involved shooting involving a carjacking suspect that was shot by officers after a vehicle and foot chase in February.
WATCH LIVE: Houston police, Drug Enforcement Administration discuss awareness of fake fentanyl pills
The Drug Enforcement Administration will join Houston Police, Texas Department of Public Safety to discuss the dangers of fake fentanyl pills as part of the ongoing fentanyl overdose crisis in Harris and surrounding counties.
ATF training Houston-area officers on how to look out for Glock switches, 3D printers
Investigators from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives are on a mission to train law enforcement agencies nationwide on how to spot illegally manufactured machine guns and the devices used to create them.
Newly-released surveillance video shows frightening ATM robbery which led to deadly shooting of innocent 9-year-old girl
Houston police have released surveillance video showing the frightening moments of an ATM robbery that led to the deadly shooting of Arlene Alvarez, an innocent 9-year-old girl. The robbery victim, 41-year-old Tony Earls, has been charged for allegedly firing the shot that ended the little girl’s life.
Family of 27-year-old man killed by Houston police claims body cam video shows HPD officer firing first
The heartbroken mother of 27-year-old Charion Lockett stood with dozens outside Houston police headquarters downtown voicing their concern over the nature of Lockett’s death, saying their loved one was unjustly killed at the hands of police.
Bicyclist hit, killed by driver in Sharpstown making it first cyclist fatality in 2022
It’s a growing problem across the city, pedestrians and bicyclists killed while trying to cross the streets. On Monday, a 73-year-old man was hit by a pickup truck while crossing Bellaire and Fondren in Southwest Houston.
3D printer, several weapons discovered inside home where suspect accused of shooting 3 HPD officers surrendered
Caballero is now facing three state counts of attempted capital murder of HPD officers, and he is also federally charged with possession of a machine gun and felon in possession of a firearm.
She Reported Child Sex Abuse to Police. Nine Days Later She Was Dead.
Houston PoliceIn mid-November, Keysha Preston contacted Houston police with a disturbing allegation: A child in her family had confided to her about being touched inappropriately by Keysha’s estranged husband, and Keysha herself later witnessed some inappropriate touching.Nine days later, the 41-year-old mother was dead, and police say her husband, Sean Dacko Preston, is responsible.Preston was arrested Friday by Houston police and charged with murder. While Keysha’s body has not been found, pol
news.yahoo.comHPD ramps up patrols in Asian communities as racist attacks rise nationally
Houston police are now intensifying patrols in Asian communities around Houston in the wake of Tuesday's Atlanta massage parlor murders. "To our Asian community, @houston police is closely monitoring threat environment, and currently there are no specific threats. Outrage and fear have now spread across the nation after eight people were killed and one was wounded in the Tuesday massage parlor attacks. Since the pandemic began, authorities have seen an uptick in Anti-Asian hate crimes across the country. HPD released this statement on Twitter about the crimes targeting Asian Americans, reassuring Houstonians of increasing patrols.
chron.comHPD ramps up patrols in Asian communities as racist attacks rise nationally
Houston police are now intensifying patrols in Asian communities around Houston in the wake of Tuesday's Atlanta massage parlor murders. "To our Asian community, @houston police is closely monitoring threat environment, and currently there are no specific threats. Outrage and fear have now spread across the nation after eight people were killed and one was wounded in the Tuesday massage parlor attacks. Since the pandemic began, authorities have seen an uptick in Anti-Asian hate crimes across the country. HPD released this statement on Twitter about the crimes targeting Asian Americans, reassuring Houstonians of increasing patrols.
chron.com'Fell out of the sky': Tik Tok video shows HPD chopper plummeting to the ground
'Fell out of the sky': Tik Tok video shows HPD chopper plummeting to the groundTwo police officers hug as authorities investigate the scene where an HPD officer was killed and another was critically injured when a helicopter crashed into Greenspoint apartment complex Saturday, May 2, 2020, in Houston. Kenney began shooting the Tik Tok video when the chopper began spinning before his eyes and fell to the ground in a north Houston neighborhood. HPD Officer Jason Knox died in the crash around 2 a.m. Saturday. Jose Salazar posted this video on Facebook of the chaotic scene after the chopper careened into the apartment clubhouse. Senior Police Officer Chase Cormier, 35, was sworn in as a HPD officer in July 2006.
chron.comHouston Police: 1 killed, 1 injured in head-on crash
Houston Police: 1 killed, 1 injured in head-on crashAt least one person is dead after a fatal head-on car crash in northwest Houston. The collision occurred around 7:10 p.m. at the intersection of Clay Road and Eldridge Parkway, according to police. One person died and another was flown via LifeFlight to a nearby hospital in critical condition. The identities of the people involved in the crash have not yet been released to the public. The investigation is ongoing.
chron.comBody found in Buffalo Bayou identified
Body found in Buffalo Bayou identifiedAn onlooker who thinks he knows the victims watches as the Houston Police pull out a body discovered in the Buffalo Bayou on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020 in Houston. An onlooker who thinks he knows the victims watches as the Houston Police pull out a body discovered in the Buffalo Bayou on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020 in Houston. Photo: Elizabeth Conley, Houston Chronicle / Staff Photographer Photo: Elizabeth Conley, Houston Chronicle / Staff Photographer Image 1 of / 8 Caption Close Body found in Buffalo Bayou identified 1 / 8 Back to GalleryRichard Long Kim disappeared a week before his body was found floating on Jan. 3 in Buffalo Bayou in downtown Houston. He last text messaged his wife at 5:17 p.m. the day he went missing, according to the information listed on a National Institute of Justice missing person database. Kims body was found a week later when a pedestrian reported a corpse floating in the bayou around 10 a.m. on the northside of downtown.
chron.comOfficer possibly shoots man seen pistol-whipping victim in Midtown
HPD investigators, commanders & PIO responding to an officer-involved shooting in the 2200 block of Fannin that occurred about 1 p.m. Preliminary info is a male suspect shot at a HPD officer who returned fire, possibly striking him. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) January 6, 2020At officer involved shooting Hadley and Fannin. Involved officer is ok. Officers are also checking local hospitals in case the suspect went in for treatment.
abc13.comMan possibly injured during officer-involved shooting in Midtown
HPD investigators, commanders & PIO responding to an officer-involved shooting in the 2200 block of Fannin that occurred about 1 p.m. Preliminary info is a male suspect shot at a HPD officer who returned fire, possibly striking him. Updates to be provided at the scene. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) January 6, 2020At officer involved shooting Hadley and Fannin. Officers are also checking local hospitals in case the suspect went in for treatment.
abc13.comHPD: Several officers fire at man while responding to domestic violence call
HPD: Several officers fire at man while responding to domestic violence callGoogle Maps view of the 11000 block of Spottswood Drive. Photo: Google Maps Photo: Google Maps Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close HPD: Several officers fire at man while responding to domestic violence call 1 / 1 Back to GallerySeveral Houston Police officers fired their guns at an armed man who had assaulted and threatened his girlfriend Friday night. Police arrived on the scene around 6:40 p.m. at a home in the 11000 block of Spottswood Drive near the intersection of Little York Road for a report of a domestic violence assault. The man eventually pointed a semi-automatic firearm at the officers, the Chief said, at which point several officers shot at him. The fatal officer-involved shooting was the result of another incident of escalating domestic violence, Acevedo said.
chron.comStandoff ends peacefully after 2 possibly taken hostage: HPD
UPDATE 2: The suspect just surrendered to our SWAT officers without incident. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) January 3, 2020UPDATE: Our Hostage Negotiators are in communication with the wanted suspect here at the business at 9041 Westheimer Rd. 2 females who were with the suspect have just been released safely to our SWAT officers. The suspect remains inside the hotel. The two women who were with the suspect were also released and are safe.
abc13.comBody found in Buffalo Bayou in downtown Houston
Our homicide detectives are en route to 1000 Commerce St. near San Jacinto after a deceased person was found in the bayou about 10 a.m. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) January 2, 2020HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A body was found in Buffalo Bayou Thursday in downtown Houston, according to police.In a tweet posted by Houston police, detectives responded to the 1000 block of Commerce Street near San Jacinto.A security guard patrolling the area said he called 911 about seeing someone floating in the water near Congress and Main. The body wasn't real dark, like a body is supposed to be. "When I saw [the body], I called 911," said the guard, who told ABC13 the body appeared to be that of a male. "I reported the body floating, and they responded pretty quick.
abc13.com1 woman dead, another injured after vicious dog attack in north Houston
HPD homicide detectives are heading to 5500 Arlington where a deceased female was found & a second female was severely injured following a vicious dog attack earlier this morning. The surviving female was transported to an area hospital. The dogs have been contained. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) December 21, 2019HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A woman is dead and another is injured after authorities say they were attacked by dogs in north Houston.Houston police responded to reports of a dog attack in the 5500 block of Arlington Street near East Hamilton around 6 a.m.Police say one woman was found dead and a second was severely injured following the vicious dog attack.The second woman was transported to the hospital in an unknown condition.Authorities say the three dogs have been contained.
abc13.com1 woman dead, another injured after viscous dog attack in north Houston
HPD homicide detectives are heading to 5500 Arlington where a deceased female was found & a second female was severely injured following a vicious dog attack earlier this morning. The surviving female was transported to an area hospital. The dogs have been contained. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) December 21, 2019HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A woman is dead and another is injured after authorities say they were attacked by dogs in north Houston.Houston police responded to reports of a dog attack in the 5500 block of Arlington Street near east Hamilton around 6 a.m.Police say one woman was found dead and a second was severely injured following the viscous dog attack.The second woman was transported to the hospital in an unknown condition.Authorities say the three dogs have been contained.
abc13.comToddler rescued during SWAT standoff in southeast Houston
Our SWAT & Hostage Negotiations teams are en route to a barricaded male inside a residence in the 8000 block of Bendell in SE Houston. PIO is also en route.#hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) December 18, 2019Negotiators are on scene and attempting to communicate with the male suspect, 39. #hounews pic.twitter.com/k0Ius8Qixo Houston Police (@houstonpolice) December 19, 2019UPDATE: SWAT officers just rescued the child from the residence and he is now reunited with his mother. The male suspect remains inside. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) December 19, 2019UPDATE: Suspect was just taken into custody without incident.
abc13.comHPD officer shot in east Houston, suspect not in custody: officials
An HPD Officer has been shot in the 7400 block of Avenue I in East Houston. Houston Police (@houstonpolice) December 8, 2019One of our @houstonpolice officers has been shot please pray. Chief Art Acevedo (@ArtAcevedo) December 8, 2019HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A Houston police officer was shot in Houston's East End and the search for a suspect was underway Saturday evening.Houston police said the officer was shot on Avenue I near 74th Street around 6 p.m. It wasn't known what led to the shooting.The officer was transported to Memorial Hermann Hospital. The extent of their injuries wasn't immediately known.
abc13.comBreaking: Houston police officer dead after east Houston shooting
Breaking: Houston police officer dead after east Houston shootingHouston Police Department officers cross 75th Street near Avenue L on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019, in Houston near the area where an HPD officer was shot. Houston Police Department officers cross 75th Street near Avenue L on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019, in Houston near the area where an HPD officer was shot. Photo: Marie D. De Jess, Staff Photographer Photo: Marie D. De Jess, Staff Photographer Image 1 of / 22 Caption Close Breaking: Houston police officer dead after east Houston shooting 1 / 22 Back to GalleryA Houston police sergeant died Saturday night after he was shot in the chest with a semi-automatic pistol during a domestic disturbance near Magnolia Park in east Houston. Mayor Sylvester Turner praised the service of Christopher Brewster, 32, who had been with the department since 2010. Ive lost a sergeant, weve lost a friend, weve lost a husband, weve lost a son, weve lost a brother.lomi.kriel@chron.com
chron.comReal-life Grinches steal Christmas trees in River Oaks area
"I don't think it was funny, it was sad," she said.That's because just a few feet away, there rose such a clatter...Houston Police had to go check to see what was the matter.Police say they saw two people helping themselves to the large Christmas trees in the lot. Epifanio Hernandez and Vivian Montemayor are accused of putting trees in their truck, then trying to make a quick getaway. "Fortunately, Houston Police officers were lively and quick.The chase for the alleged thieves, finished in a flash. "They went around the parking lot, came back, went around the parking lot, came back, eventually stopped and that's it," said Wooley. Records show both have faced multiple minor theft charges over the years.Today, Williams was back ringing her bell at Kroger, in plain sight.Wishing shoppers a happy Christmas to all and to all, a good night.
abc13.comReal-life Grinches steal Christmas trees in River Oaks area
"I don't think it was funny, it was sad," she said.That's because just a few feet away, there rose such a clatter...Houston Police had to go check to see what was the matter.Police say they saw two people helping themselves to the large Christmas trees in the lot. Epifanio Hernandez and Vivian Montemayor are accused of putting trees in their truck, then trying to make a quick getaway. "Fortunately, Houston Police officers were lively and quick.The chase for the alleged thieves, finished in a flash. "They went around the parking lot, came back, went around the parking lot, came back, eventually stopped and that's it," said Wooley. Records show both have faced multiple minor theft charges over the years.Today, Williams was back ringing her bell at Kroger, in plain sight.Wishing shoppers a happy Christmas to all and to all, a good night.
abc13.comCocaine mailed to Houston police with list of names
At 10:50 am, HPD admin personnel at our 33 Artesian building opened a mailed envelope addressed to HPD. 1/3 Houston Police (@houstonpolice) November 13, 20194 of our employees present when the envelope was opened were checked out for safety reasons. An enclosed piece of paper had a few names on it. At this time, we don't believe the envelope was intended as a threat to law enforcement. 2/3 Houston Police (@houstonpolice) November 13, 2019Investigators believe it might have been sent by an individual trying to provide names of others selling the drug.
abc13.comHouston police investigating after body found in Herman Brown park
Houston police are investigating after a man was found dead in Herman Brown Park on Nov. 12, 2019. Houston police are investigating after a body was found in Herman Brown Park in east Houston Tuesday morning. HPD homicide detectives are at the 400 block of Mercury Drive near the Interstate 10 East Freeway after a body was discovered at about 9:45 a.m., police say. A man was found dead after having suffered one or two injuries and trauma to his head. The man's body was found deep in the woods and police are unclear if the victim walked to that point or was dumped there.
SWAT officer shoots suspect who planned to rob armored car: HPD
EMBED >More News Videos Houston police say an operation to capture armored car robbers that have already hit once before resulted in a suspect being shot. HPD commanders & PIO are en route to 16100 South Post Oak Road near Court Road for an officer-involved shooting. Preliminary info is one suspect has been shot and other suspects have been taken into custody. In between, police were employing a progressive tactic.Police say they were watching three men in a stolen white pickup as they followed an armored truck. Surveillance video shows the armored truck pulling into a Walgreens on S. Post Oak and police say it looked like the guys were about to rob it.
abc13.comBystander shot when argument breaks out inside food mart in southeast Houston
About 4 pm, 3 males were shot in a convenience store at 3427 Truxillo, near Tierwester. Major Assaults detectives determined 2 of the men were armed & shot each other during an argument. One is in stable, the other in critical condition @ a hospital. Houston Police (@houstonpolice) November 4, 2019The third male, a bystander in the store, was shot in the foot. Charges are still to be determined pending further investigation and evidence.
abc13.comBystander shot when 2 gunmen get into argument inside food mart in southeast Houston
About 4 pm, 3 males were shot in a convenience store at 3427 Truxillo, near Tierwester. Major Assaults detectives determined 2 of the men were armed & shot each other during an argument. One is in stable, the other in critical condition @ a hospital. Houston Police (@houstonpolice) November 4, 2019The third male, a bystander in the store, was shot in the foot. Charges are still to be determined pending further investigation and evidence.
abc13.comMultiple shootings in Westchase area leave 1 dead, 1 injured
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- While investigating a homicide in the Westchase area of west Houston, detectives heard gunshots fired nearby.Less than half a mile from where a man was found shot to death at a car wash, a second shooting happened that left a woman injured.Houston Police say the shootings are not connected.The first happened at the Kwik Kar Wash on Hayes Street around 1:00 a.m.A man, believed to be in his 20s, was found dead in the parking lot with multiple gunshot wounds, according to detectives.He is believed to be an employee of the car wash.Detectives are still working to find out the motive behind the shooting, as well as a suspect.A second shooting happened less than a half mile away at SkyBox HTown Grille in the 11000 block of Westheimer.Police at the scene said two men were arguing in the parking lot when one of them got a gun from their car and started firing.An innocent woman inside the restaurant was hit in the jaw. Several cars were also hit with bullets.The woman was taken to the hospital and is in stable condition.The shooter did not stay at the scene, but HPD said the other person involved in the argument stayed. "The person that was in the verbal argument and did not shoot stayed in the location but did not have a lot of information about who this person was he was having the verbal argument with," Det. Bowling with the major assaults division of HPD said.No one has been arrested in either case.Detectives plan to look at surveillance cameras to identify the two shooters.Anyone with information is asked to call Houston Police or CrimeStoppers.
abc13.comMultiple shootings in Westchase area leave 1 dead, 1 injured
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- While investigating a homicide in the Westchase area of west Houston, detectives heard gunshots fired nearby.Less than half a mile from where a man was found shot to death at a car wash, a second shooting happened that left a woman injured.Houston Police say the shootings are not connected.The first happened at the Kwik Kar Wash on Hayes Street around 1:00 a.m.A man, believed to be in his 20s, was found dead in the parking lot with multiple gunshot wounds, according to detectives.He is believed to be an employee of the car wash.Detectives are still working to find out the motive behind the shooting, as well as a suspect.A second shooting happened less than a half mile away at SkyBox HTown Grille in the 11000 block of Westheimer.Police at the scene said two men were arguing in the parking lot when one of them got a gun from their car and started firing.An innocent woman inside the restaurant was hit in the jaw. Several cars were also hit with bullets.The woman was taken to the hospital and is in stable condition.The shooter did not stay at the scene, but HPD said the other person involved in the argument stayed. "The person that was in the verbal argument and did not shoot stayed in the location but did not have a lot of information about who this person was he was having the verbal argument with," Det. Bowling with the major assaults division of HPD said.No one has been arrested in either case.Detectives plan to look at surveillance cameras to identify the two shooters.Anyone with information is asked to call Houston Police or CrimeStoppers.
abc13.comHomicide investigating scene of fatal shooting in W. Houston
HPD homicide detectives at Edison Apartments at 11770 Westheimer in west Houston where a man was found shot and killed. @abc13houston pic.twitter.com/SUokCyadQl T.J. Parker (@TJParkerABC13) November 2, 2019EMBED >More News Videos Police responded to the complex around 2:45 p.m. Saturday. Our homicide detectives are en route to an apartment complex at 11770 Westheimer Rd, near S. Kirkwood, after a male was found fatally shot about 2:45 pm. "I'm thinking it might be the same guy, I'm hoping it's not, it's crazy," says Okpoko.Police haven't tied the two shootings together. They're interviewing witnesses and reviewing surveillance video.If you have any information, call Houston Police or Crimestoppers.
abc13.comMan killed at west Houston apartment complex
HPD homicide detectives at Edison Apartments at 11770 Westheimer in west Houston where a man was found shot and killed. @abc13houston pic.twitter.com/SUokCyadQl T.J. Parker (@TJParkerABC13) November 2, 2019Our homicide detectives are en route to an apartment complex at 11770 Westheimer Rd, near S. Kirkwood, after a male was found fatally shot about 2:45 pm. No other information known at this time. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) November 2, 2019HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Detectives are on the scene of an apparent shooting at a west Houston apartment complex.It happened in the 11700 block of Westheimer near Kirkwood.Police responded to the complex around 2:45 p.m. Saturday. Houston Police said a man was found who'd been shot.
abc13.comSWAT officer shoots suspect who planned to rob armored car: HPD
Not a lot of details at this moment but one suspect was shot according to HPD and other suspects taken into custody. Preliminary info is one suspect has been shot and other suspects have been taken into custody. And if you think you're going to come out here and prey on the innocent victims of our society, and you're going to come out here and mask up, and you're going to get rifles, and you're going to steal somebody's car that they need to support their families, and you're going to come out here and hijack an armored car, we have news for you," Slinkard said. "Today that armored car had SWAT officers inside of it. "No officers, armored truck workers or civilians were injured in the shooting.
abc13.comSuspect shot, others in custody in officer-involved shooting in SW Houston: HPD
Officer involved shooting at the S. Post Oak shopping center. Not a lot of details at this moment but one suspect was shot according to HPD and other suspects taken into custody. @abc13houston pic.twitter.com/YwDinNljT6 Brhe Berry ABC13 (@BrheABC13) November 1, 2019HPD commanders & PIO are en route to 16100 South Post Oak Road near Court Road for an officer-involved shooting. Preliminary info is one suspect has been shot and other suspects have been taken into custody. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) November 1, 2019EMBED >More News Videos In case you see a lot of police in this area, the shooting happened at South Post Oak and Court Road.
abc13.comDriver crashes into building after being denied entry to Houston club, police say
HOUSTON - Houston Police said they will arrest a man who crashed into a building Saturday morning after he was denied entry to a club nearby. Police responded to the scene of the crash in the 6100 block of Richmond Ave on Saturday around 1:30 a.m. Before the man crashed into the building, he was denied entry to a club next door because he forgot his ID. His friends had gained entry to the club and asked the man to wait for them outside, police said. He waited in his car and at some point put his vehicle in drive and crashed into an SUV. When officers approached the vehicle, the man sped over a median and crashed into a nearby sports bar, police said.
Armored truck guard shot in face dies after ambush
Our homicide detectives & PIO are en route to the fatal shooting of an armored car security guard at 5003 Antoine near Pinemont. The guard was shot during a robbery about 1:45 pm. Sadly, he was pronounced deceased at the hospital. More info to be released at the scene. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) October 24, 2019EMBED >More News Videos "We were right across the street.
abc13.comOfficers shot at while responding to call at southeast Houston apartment complex
UPDATE: Chief @ArtAcevedo and PIO are en route to the scene after a suspect(s) fired shots at our officers. No one is injured. Scene is very active. Please avoid the area. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) October 8, 2019HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Houston police officers were shot at as they responded to a southeast Houston apartment complex where one man was found dead.Police Chief Art Acevedo said officers were responding to a shooting in the 5900 block of Selinsky at 12:41 p.m. when a suspect opened fire on their unmarked patrol car.
abc13.comHPD: 1 dead in drive-by shooting
Rob Kim/Getty ImagesHOUSTON - A man was killed in a drive-by shooting in the 4300 block of Telephone Road Saturday morning, Houston Police said. Just before 3:40 a.m. dispatchers received a call in reference to the shooting. Officers arrived at the scene to find a man shot in the back. He was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. Police said the suspect left the scene in a white GMC.
Relive 30 years of Houston crime headlines from the month of September
Relive 30 years of Houston crime headlines from the month of SeptemberSept. 14, 1984: Houston Police divers, investigating a burglary ring Friday, found a knife and purse containing what appeared to be costume jewelry at the bottom of a pond at 2010 Charles. Photo: Betty Tichich, Houston Chronicle Photo: Betty Tichich, Houston Chronicle Image 1 of / 28 Caption Close Relive 30 years of Houston crime headlines from the month of September 1 / 28 Back to GalleryFrom a deadly traffic stop to George Foreman denouncing violence, these stories highlight Houston's crime headlines from the month of September dating back to the 1980s. Digging through the Houston Chronicle archives, you'll find countless photographs and stories from photojournalists throughout the years. Chron.com compiled a list of some of the most notable crime headlines that came out in the month of September since 1984. Read him on our breaking news site, Chron.com, and our subscriber site, HoustonChronicle.com | Follow him on Twitter at @JayRJordan | Email him at jay.jordan@chron.com
chron.comMan and dog killed by 12-year-old girl driving car in SW Houston: police
BREAKING: Houston Police tell me a 12 YO CHILD behind the wheel of a car on Beverly Hill Street hit and killed someone...I am on my way to scene. Lots of questions here obviously... Live report at 10 #Abc13 Stefania Okolie (@StefaniaOnABC13) August 16, 2019HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Investigators say a man and a dog are dead after being hit by a vehicle with a 12-year-old girl behind the wheel.Houston police are investigating the crash at 6061 Beverly Hill Street at Fountain View in southwest Houston.Officers say they received a call about the crash around 4:20 p.m. Thursday.We do not know why the girl was behind the wheel.
abc13.comHPD searching for masked suspect who sent shoppers fleeing after making threats at Memorial City Mall
Memorial City Mall will re-open today so people can come back to get items left behind after a shooting scare. pic.twitter.com/0oowJCoIVJ Jeff Ehling (@JeffEhlingABC13) August 12, 2019HPD officers are on the scene at Memorial City Mall following up on reports of a possible active shooter. No threat has been found at this time but officers are still continuing a diligent search of the area. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 11, 2019Update: There was no active shooter or fireworks discharged at Memorial City Mall. Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 11, 2019EMBED >More News Videos According to Houston police, they are investigating the incident as a terroristic threat.
abc13.comMasked suspect incites panic after making threats at Memorial City Mall: HPD
HPD officers are on the scene at Memorial City Mall following up on reports of a possible active shooter. No threat has been found at this time but officers are still continuing a diligent search of the area. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 11, 2019UPDATE: This is NOT an active shooter incident. Preliminary information is a male suspect set off firecrackers inside the mall, alarming patrons throughout the mall. Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 11, 2019Update: There was no active shooter or fireworks discharged at Memorial City Mall.
abc13.comHPD says 'no active shooter or fireworks discharged at Memorial City Mall' incident where child was injured
HPD officers are on the scene at Memorial City Mall following up on reports of a possible active shooter. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 11, 2019UPDATE: This is NOT an active shooter incident. Preliminary information is a male suspect set off firecrackers inside the mall, alarming patrons throughout the mall. Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 11, 2019Update: There was no active shooter or fireworks discharged at Memorial City Mall. Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 11, 2019One child is reported to be injured.
abc13.comChild injured in midst of panic after suspect sets off fireworks at Memorial City Mall: HPD
HPD officers are on the scene at Memorial City Mall following up on reports of a possible active shooter. No threat has been found at this time but officers are still continuing a diligent search of the area. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 11, 2019UPDATE: This is NOT an active shooter incident. Preliminary information is a male suspect set off firecrackers inside the mall, alarming patrons throughout the mall. Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 11, 2019One child is reported to be injured.
abc13.comPolice still searching for man who killed 2 on East Fwy despite reports of arrest
Reports that a suspect has been arrested in the East Freeway shooting that occurred at 6 pm Thursday are incorrect. Anyone with info is urged to call HPD Homicide at 713-308-3600 or @CrimeStopHOU at 713-222-TIPS. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 11, 2019HPD investigators are on the scene of a fatal shooting that occurred at 5:55 pm at IH10 East Freeway at Federal Road where 2 people have been shot and are deceased. "A Hispanic male, tan shirt, holding a really big gun, shooting at another car," reported a police dispatcher. We don't know yet," Dobbins told reporters.The suspects took off, leaving behind a crime scene on the freeway.
abc13.comHouston Police refute rumors that I-10 shooting suspect arrested
Houston Police refute rumors that I-10 shooting suspect arrestedHouston Police investigate the scene on I-10 east near Mercury Dr, after two people were shot and killed on the freeway. The shooter is still on the loose, Thursday August 9, 2019, in Houston. Houston Police investigate the scene on I-10 east near Mercury Dr, after two people were shot and killed on the freeway. Photo: Karen Warren/Houston Chronicle Photo: Karen Warren/Houston Chronicle Image 1 of / 12 Caption Close Houston Police refute rumors that I-10 shooting suspect arrested 1 / 12 Back to GalleryHouston Police refuted rumors early Sunday that a suspect in the Interstate 10 shooting had been arrested. Police said the chain of events was set in motion by an auto collision on the congested freeway east of downtown, prompting initial speculation that road rage was the motive.
chron.comMan armed with AR-15 that killed 2 in rush hour traffic on Thursday arrested Saturday
"A Hispanic male, tan shirt, holding a really big gun, shooting at another car," reported a police dispatcher. "One of the witnesses saw the weapon," HPD Assistant Chief Bobby Dobbins said. Both men inside were killed.According to police sources, a large trash bag with marijuana was in their car. We don't know yet," Dobbins told reporters.The suspects took off, leaving behind a crime scene on the freeway. They do not know if he was hit.The victims have not been identified.
abc13.comPolice investigating officer-involved shooting near Fifth Ward
HPD investigators are responding to an officer involved shooting at 2415 Hutton that occurred at 5:50 pm today. Preliminary information is the suspect, who was struck, is being transported to an area hospital. Further information will be provided at the scene. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 9, 2019HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting near Fifth Ward where an officer shot a man they say had just shot two people.Police say it happened near a convenience store at 2415 Hutton St. shortly before 6 p.m.Police say the man shot the two people with a shotgun in what they're describing as some kind of family matter.Police say the two people suffered superficial wounds and one was taken to the hospital.One of those was a 57-year-old disabled man who was shot in the face.Officers happened to be at the convenience store and heard the shots. When they arrived on the scene, they saw the man holding a shotgun and opened fire.The suspect, who police say is known as 'One Eye', was shot by two officers and is stable after undergoing surgery.Police say the suspect has a criminal record, and was once charged with unlawful possession of a weapon.
abc13.comShooter on the run after killing 2 men on I-10 during rush hour
#hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 8, 2019EMBED >More News Videos A gunman is on the run after Houston police say he shot and killed two people with an AR-15 in the middle of rush hour on I-10 near John Ralston. EMBED >More News Videos HPD said a motive is unclear in the shooting, and they do not have a good description of the shooter or his vehicle. UPDATE: The shooter is described only as a Hispanic male in his 20s, about 5'7". "Police say as the victims' car rolled toward the gunman, he fired multiple rounds. Both men inside were killed.According to HPD, the victims were 25 and 33 years old.
abc13.comShooter on the run after killing 2 men on I-10 during rush hour
#hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 8, 2019EMBED >More News Videos A gunman is on the run after Houston police say he shot and killed two people with an AR-15 in the middle of rush hour on I-10 near John Ralston. EMBED >More News Videos HPD said a motive is unclear in the shooting, and they do not have a good description of the shooter or his vehicle. UPDATE: The shooter is described only as a Hispanic male in his 20s, about 5'7". "Police say as the victims' car rolled toward the gunman, he fired multiple rounds. Both men inside were killed.According to HPD, the victims were 25 and 33 years old.
abc13.comMan armed with AR-15 kills 2 on I-10 in Houston rush hour traffic: police
HPD investigators are on the scene of a fatal shooting that occurred at 5:55 pm at IH10 East Freeway at Federal Road where 2 people have been shot and are deceased. #hounews Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 8, 2019EMBED >More News Videos A gunman is on the run after Houston police say he shot and killed two people with an AR-15 in the middle of rush hour on I-10 near John Ralston. "A Hispanic male, tan shirt, holding a really big gun, shooting at another car," reported a police dispatcher. "Police say as the victims' car rolled towards the gunman, he fired multiple rounds. We don't know yet," Dobbins told reporters.The suspects took off, leaving behind a crime scene on the freeway.
abc13.comMan armed with AR-15 kills 2 in rush hour traffic: police
HPD investigators are on the scene of a fatal shooting that occurred at 5:55 pm at IH10 East Freeway at Federal Road where 2 people have been shot and are deceased. "A Hispanic male, tan shirt, holding a really big gun, shooting at another car," reported a police dispatcher. Both men inside were killed.According to police sources, a large trash bag with marijuana was in their car. We don't know yet," Dobbins told reporters.The suspects took off, leaving behind a crime scene on the freeway. Police do not have a good description of the suspects or their vehicle.Several witnesses are being questioned.
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