"Could be road rage, could've been a robberywe don't have enough information at this time to make a determination. POLICE: Houston man wanted after reportedly shooting ex-girlfriend to death in Palestine, Texas, (Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved. Ron DeSantis proclaims Texas, Florida partners against 'woke' left in Houston speech, Houston forecast: Cool tonight, warm & sunny Sunday, Damage reported throughout North Texas area during severe weather. A woman was killed and two men were injured in an early Saturday shooting near a southwest Houston hookah lounge, police said. Police said there were three passengers in the vehicle, but they weren't hurt. HPD says a man reportedly approached the victim and then shot her. John Gregory works at the Kirkwood Veterinary Hospital on Fuqua Street and couldnt believe Mikeska was gunned down outside the gym, which sits right next to his job. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. Witnesses said the car was speeding when the driver lost control. According to the 2017-2022 Transgender Homicide Tracker, the vast majority of confirmed homicides against transgender people have involved a gun, with Black transgender women accounting for 73% of all transgender gun homicide victims. Police say the suspects are in their early to mid-20s with a slim build. "I do know that she was coming from a club, so that's always a possibility," Sgt. Learn more about the fatal violence cases that HRC is tracking where details are unclear. This gym has been here forever and nothing like this has ever happened, one person said. HOUSTON - A 24-year-old woman was killed in a tragic accident early Sunday morning in Harris County while celebrating the holiday weekend. All of them stayed at the scene, including the owner of the car. Two dead after police chase ends in crash, officer-involved shooting in . You can unsubscribe at any time. He was visiting family in Mexico when he learned she'd been in an accident Thursday in Houston.. Investigators say the suspect was identified as Johnsons ex-boyfriend, Joseph Christopher Cole, 50, of Houston. It sounded like a machine gun to me., I was shaking, Delaney said. HOUSTON An investigation is underway after a man shot and killed a woman and teen before turning the gun on himself in southwest Houston Friday, the Houston Police Department said. A man was also hit by gunfire nearby and had to be taken to the hospital. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Houston police are investigating a shooting after a possible domestic disturbance led to a woman shooting a man on Saturday. "We don't have any information about motive at this time," Martin said. The shooting happened just before 5 a.m. in front of the Life Fit Personal Fitness Studio on Fuqua Street near Beamer Road, authorities said. According to Houston police, the shooting took place around 8:30 p.m. in the 13000 block of Northborough at a gas station. Police believe the driver of a Tundra pickup truck hit another motorist who was. Prior to becoming a digital content producer in Southeast Texas and a Houstonian, Moriah was an award-winning radio host in her hometown of Lorain, Ohio and previously worked as a producer/content creator in Cleveland. Police said they're unsure what led up to the shooting that left one woman dead and two others hurt. He also said they have no motive for the shooting. US Navy Veteran Confronts Gunman on His . The victim was returning from her job at a Galleria-area gentlemens club when she was shot at dozens of times. Copyright 2023 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. The family it happened to, Im sorry for their loss. "It doesn't sound like that was the true cause of the crash. Investigators were still working to identify the victim at last check. You may find a list of these cases here. At the state level, transgender and gender non-conforming people in Texas are not explicitly protected from discrimination in employment, housing, education and public spaces. WELLS, Nevada (KLIX)-Authorities in Elko County say a man was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on U. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A man and woman died after a violent motorcycle crash in southeast Houston on Wednesday, according to police. Houston shootout caught on camera A search for two burglary suspects ended in a standoff. Dashana Cheek-McNeal with the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the incident occurred at 5911 E. Sam Houston Parkway at the Applebee's parking lot. It was dipped down It would maybe look like that, but he was falling out," she said. According to police, there is a history of violence between the man and woman that had not been reported. Join HRC's CountMeIn campaign to take action for transgender and non-binary people. The driver, a woman in her 30s, ran off, according to HPD. Twenty-three confirmed killings of transgender people this year illustrate the continued harm and violence across the nation experienced by transgender and gender-diverse humans, with transgender people of color experiencing the grunt of the brutality. "The only information we have is a dark color vehicle pulled up, [someone] got out and shot approximately 50 rounds at her," said Major Susan Cotter with HCSO. The Human Rights Campaign, All Rights Reserved. Duncan and Timothys 11-year-old son was not home at the time of the shooting. Robbery, shooting occur at same time inside Galleria parking lot: HPD, Family holds vigil for 16-year-old killed while riding his dirt bike, 'HELP US!!' Copyright 2023 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. A woman was killed and a driver injured Sunday following a two-car wreck in Kingwood, according to police. HRC is deeply saddened to learn of Mariselas death. They weren't sure if she had been drinking but her passengers said they had been at a nightclub. HOUSTON - A woman has been pronounced dead after she was shot and killed in northwest Houston on Saturday. HRC Honors the Life of Marisela Castro, 39-year-old Transgender Woman Killed in Houston, Texas, Remembering and Honoring Pulse: Anti-LGBTQ Bias and Guns Are Taking Lives of Countless LGBTQ People, Remembering Cashay B. Henderson, a Black transgender woman described as a bubbly spirit., Remembering Maria Jose Rivera Rivera, Latina Transgender Woman described as "Lively, Funny, and Dynamic, Human Rights Campaign Condemns Oklahoma Senate for Passing Gender Affirming Care Ban. According to Palestine police, the man reportedly killed the woman on Thursday, March 2 at a residence in the 200 block of Joe Louis Street. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A violent, deadly night in the Houston area left 10 people shot, including two children, with one of those being just 1 years old. It . We've received your submission. Police said she arrived at the gym, parked her car, and got out when three men in their mid-20s pulled up in an older model, white Chevy Suburban. Houston police released surveillance video of the suspects and a vehicle wanted in connection to the shooting. A Texas woman found dead in her backyard may have been mauled by her own dogs, police said. The woman has not been detained or arrested. Thanks for contacting us. According to her friend Jorge Luis Lizardo, as quoted in the Houston Chronicle, she was a bright and sunny person who had never made enemies. Texas does not include gender identity as a protected characteristic in its hate crimes law. When police arrived, they say they found a woman inside the residence with an apparent gunshot wound to the torso. A nearby gas station had surveillance cameras and they turned the video over to police. This is a breaking news story. The family of the victim gathered near the home overcome with emotions and grief. The dogs were scheduled to be euthanized on Monday. I was scared, scared. Deputies were called to a fatal auto-pedestrian crash in the 13500 block of . HOUSTON, Texas It had been two weeks since Evodio Medina last saw his wife, Martha, 71. This story has been shared 130,068 times. Martin said they have no suspect information at this time, but that there are several witnesses. HOUSTON A woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash while she tried to walk across the street, according to Houston Police. Adam Bennett on social media:Facebook | Twitter | Instagram. He called her his best friend. According to police, they were arguing over one of them leaving their shared apartment. Further, advocates saw a 43% increase in the formation of anti-LGBTQ+ hate groups in 2019. The Houston Police Department investigates a deadly shooting on Rosamond. message spotted in SoCal snow as some grow desperate. The victim was identified by Houston police as 62-year old Elsa Mikeska. Two of the men got out of the vehicle as the Mikeska began walking toward the gym, police said. Copyright 2023 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. Crime. According to investigators, a man who appeared to be in his 60s, a woman around the same age, and a male who appeared to be in his late teens were found dead with gunshot wounds inside the house. A 25-year-old man was riding a motorcycle when he slammed into the side of an SUV, killing a woman who was driving, according to HPD. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A Meyerland woman called 911 for help in the moments before she was shot to death. In her spare time, Daniela is an avid reader and loves to spend time with her two miniature dachshunds. HOUSTON - A woman died after being hit by a vehicle in the Alief area Friday, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said. The shooting. Six of the people shot were. Officer Theresa Haley of the NYPD Highway Patrol initially stopped Brian Astarita, 65, for speeding. Cheek-McNeal said several Applebee's . HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A man and woman died after a violent motorcycle crash in southeast Houston on Wednesday, according to police. Do not 'push a slower friend down' if you encounter bear: Park Service, Robbery, shooting occur at same time inside Galleria parking lot: HPD, Family holds vigil for 16-year-old killed while riding his dirt bike. The man was said to be assaulting the woman, which led the latter to shoot the man in his torso, police said. OnScene One person was killed and others were injured in a head-on car crash Sunday afternoon in. The incident happened just after 2:30 a.m. near the intersection of Richmond Avenue and Chimney Rock. By using this site, you agree to our use of cookies. The woman, who was in her 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene. We say at least because too often these deaths go unreported or misreported. Alcohol, drugs may have played a factor.". She was a good person, very sweet, very kind. HOUSTON - An investigation is underway after a man shot and killed a woman and teen before turning the gun on himself in southwest Houston Friday, the Houston Police Department said.. Giana Delaney who lives near the home said she was awake when the shooting happened. Its scary, John Gregory said. The victim was identified as Brittany Johnson, 30, of Palestine. Though we have recently seen some political gains that support and affirm transgender people, we have also faced unprecedented anti-LGBTQ+ attacks in the states. Timothy identified the victim as 31-year-old Valeesha Duncan. Example video title will go here for this video. If you need help with the Public File, call (713) 778-4745. "The way he was slanted, there's no way he could just get out and start charging. CNN values your feedback 1. No arrests have been made yet in this case. They believe Frangione was trying to intervene when her own dogs a 5-year-old female Alaskan husky mix and male Cane Corso mix turned on her. Frangione had let her two pups out into her backyard when they started fighting with the neighbors dog through the fence, according to detectives. The shooting was reported around 11:30 p.m. in the 300 block of Rosamond. The following news releases are published by the Houston Police Department, Office of Community Affairs. More than 10,000 hate crimes in the U.S. involve a firearm each year, which equates to more than 28 each day, according to a 2020 report from HRC, Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, Giffords Law Center and Equality Florida titled Remembering and Honoring Pulse: Anti-LGBTQ Bias and Guns Are Taking Lives of Countless LGBTQ People. The report also notes a marked increase in anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes, especially against transgender people. Houston serial killer's cellmate death investigated as homicide. Major Cotter said the woman lived at the home where the shooting happened, but they didn't know if anyone else lived with her. Speed was the cause of the crash, in this particular case. It is clear that fatal violence disproportionately affects transgender women of color, especially Black transgender women. I think we need more police, he said. The video above is from ABC13's livestreaming channel. An officer on patrol heard the crash as it happened around 1:20. You'll receive email updates from HRC. Juan Cardenas, a member at the gym, says crime in Houston is out of control. Laurel Powell Copyright 2022 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved. Thats just not something we see around here. David Rose said. To learn more, please read our Privacy Policy. Her faith, family, and community are her top passions. 100% of every HRC merchandise purchase fuels the fight for equality. Officers then forced entry inside the home with the help of emergency officials from the Houston Fire Department. An off-duty deputy's wife and his 4-year-old stepdaughter were shot early Sunday morning when a gunman forced entry into their Houston, Texas, home and opened fire, according to Police Chief Troy . Neighbors and gym patrons are rattled by the shooting, saying it is scary because the shooting happened so close to home. The video above is ABC13's 24/7 livestream. Copyright 2023 KTRK-TV. All Rights Reserved. Skip Navigation Share on Facebook The incident. The driver who was killed was hit at least once, according to Martin. Daniela has covered events like Hurricane Harvey and the Astros World Series win. His condition is unknown. She was not placed under arrest or detained. That doesnt happen around here. Example video title will go here for this video. She was dead when cops arrived on the scene. The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences will hand down the finding. 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved. At about 4 p.m., officers with the Houston Police Department responded to a crash in the 13000 block of Scott Street. The video above is from ABC13's livestreaming . Check back for updates. Its getting really bad. Chicago police investigate the scene where an officer was shot in the 5200 block of South Spaulding Avenue on Chicago's Southwest side on March 1, 2023. For further information, contact a public information officer at 713-308-3200. Marisela Castro was killed in the Northshore neighborhood of Houston, TX on Friday, July 29, 2022. If you need help with the Public File, call (713) 778-4745. Shots were then heard on the phone, HPD said. Officers say they were called to that location just before 10 p.m. in reference to a reported shooting. When the officer arrived, he discovered a Dodge Charger on its roof. starting off in the mid 60s and dropping to the upper 50s. Investigators are looking into whether speed was a factor. HARRIS COUNTY, Texas A 31-year-old woman returning home from work was ambushed and killed as she pulled into her garage in west Harris County, the sheriff's office said. HOUSTON A woman has been pronounced dead after she was shot and killed in northwest Houston on Saturday. Yet again, we find ourselves having to memorialize and honor a member of our community who was taken from us long before her time. We must all do more to protect transgender women, as we all deserve to live full lives free from violence and discrimination. According to police, the woman did exhibit physical injuries that indicated abuse. An officer on patrol heard the crash as it happened around 1:20 a.m. Monday on Clearwood Drive near the Gulf Freeway. Police said it appears the shootings may have stemmed from a murder-suicide and the man in his 60s was the shooter. HOUSTON - A woman is dead after she was shot in front of a gym in southeast Houston Thursday morning. HOUSTON A Houston man is now wanted for murder after police say he shot and killed a woman earlier this week. ). According to the Houston Police Department, Mikeska was just trying to go to the gym when she was gunned down. Authorities said the men said something to her and she began running towards the gym. Moriah Ballard joined the KPRC 2 digital team in the fall of 2021. By clicking "GO" below, you will be directed to a website operated by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, an independent 501(c)(3) entity. Major Cotter said theyre trying to determine if Duncan was targeted. Marisela Castro was born in Honduras and spent much of her life in North Carolina before moving to Houston to be closer to family. The company said the contract worker was shocked shortly before 5 p.m. at its facility in Texas City.