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@houstonpolice
.org or call us at 713-308-1180.
HPD has collaborated with multiple law enforcement agencies to make our roadways safer since January. This multi-agency effort has stopped aggressive drivers & speeders throughout Houston.
Don't become one of our statistics. Drive safely & give others courtesy on the freeways.
HPD is releasing body worn camera footage of an officer-involved shooting at 8430 Antoine Drive on April 15 at 11:35 a.m.
A summary video is here:
All videos can be viewed here:
More information is here:
Be cautious of "jugging" – when thieves follow you from banks or stores to steal valuable items.
Stay alert, don't leave items visible in your vehicle, and always be aware of your surroundings. Report any suspicious activity.
HPD investigators need assistance locating this person of interest, Donald James Edwards, 36, in the assault of a man at 3917 Richmond Avenue on January 2.
If you have information, please call HPD Major Assaults at 713-308-8800 or
@CrimeStopHou
.
#hounews
Investigators need help identifying this vehicle, possibly a silver Toyota Rav4, linked to the suspect in the fatal shooting of a man at 6802 Cullen Blvd. on May 1.
TIPS: HPD Homicide at 713-308-3600 or
@CrimeStopHOU
at 713-222-TIPS.
More info:
#HouNews
We are saddened by the passing of Rev. Bill Lawson. Houston is a better place because of his leadership, civil rights advocacy & community involvement. He led great change in our city & we hope everyone will join us in comforting his family & friends as we mourn his loss.
During
#NationalPoliceWeek
, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to our dedicated officers for their tireless efforts and unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety of our community. Thank you for your service!
Homicide detectives are on the scene of a person found deceased on the side of the road in the 600 block of Holmes Rd. near Buffalo Speedway about 10:50 am.
The body was in a state of decomposition. No other information is known at this time.
#hounews
HPD investigators are en route to a homicide scene in the 700 block of Greens Road following a shooting that occurred about 10:30 this morning. One male was transported to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.
#hounews
Repairs are complete, and the runway is back in service.
We continue to ask passengers to keep in touch with airlines for flight status.
Thank you for your patience.
Our maintenance crews are working tirelessly to fix the lightning strike damage and get the runway back in service.
Before arriving at the airport, we ask passengers to check with their airline for the latest flight status updates. Weather related delays will continue tonight.
A visit from the land down under.
Acting Chief
@SatterwhiteLJ
, Exec. Asst. Chief Ban Tien and HPD officers hosted officers from Australia last Friday. Such a fantastic exchange of insights and camaraderie.
Don't forget! Tomorrow (5/14) will be our Citywide PIP Meeting. Join us at 7 PM to learn more about Elder Abuse and what to do if you notice it happening around you.
The meeting will be held at 1602 State St.
We hope to see you there!
ARRESTED: Shawna Sharell Torrence, 38, is charged with aggravated assault of a family member in last Friday's (May 10) fatal stabbing of a man located at 12141 Richmond Avenue.
More info:
#HouNews
ARRESTED: Booking photo of Trinity Calhoun, 18, now charged with aggravated assault of a family member in Sunday's (May 12) shooting of her mother at 5131 Weaver Road.
More info at:
#HouNews