$5K REWARD: Houston police asking for public’s help in identifying Elgin robbery suspect
The Houston Police Department’s Robbery Division is seeking the public’s help to identify a suspect in a robbery at a convenience store on Elgin Street on June 13, 2024.
Jury sequestration: What is it and should the jury in the Gerald Goines murder trial be sequestered?
As Houston braces for the trial of ex-narcotics officer Gerald Goines, who faces charges related to the deadly Harding Street raid, the question of jury sequestration takes center stage. Should jurors be isolated to avoid outside influences in this highly publicized case?
Gerald Goines murder trial: Do you think there’s a pathway to not-guilty?
With previous indictments thrown out and re-indictments issued, attorneys KPRC 2 spoke with believe Goines' defense may argue that their client's actions were within his authority and not inherently dangerous. Will the prosecutors prove otherwise?
Gerald Goines murder trial: Some of the biggest challenges the former narcotics officers team will face during trial
The highly anticipated murder trial of former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines is set to begin. Prosecutors claim Goines lied to obtain a no-knock warrant, leading to the deadly raid. What are your thoughts on no-knock warrants? Share below!
WANTED: Houston police release sketches, vehicle info in assault and possible kidnapping
Houston police are seeking public assistance to identify two individuals involved in an assault and possible kidnapping at a business on Bellaire Blvd. on August 26.
REWARD: Houston Police seek help identifying suspects in Bissonnet store robbery
Houston police are seeking public assistance to identify two suspects involved in a violent robbery at a convenience store on Bissonnet Street on July 28.
VIDEO: Houston police release surveillance video from 24-year-old Matthew Kallie’s shooting death
The Houston Police Department has released surveillance footage related to the March 22 shooting death of 24-year-old Matthew Kallie on Safeguard Street.
Deadly Harding Street Raid: 5-year delay in Gerald Goines’ murder trial raises one key question... why?
After a five-year wait, the families of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas may finally see justice as former HPD officer Gerald Goines faces trial for the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid. With numerous delays due to hearings, resets, and broader systemic issues, the case has spotlighted the slow pace of justice. The trial begins on September 9, and the community watches closely. What are your thoughts on the delays in this case?
Gerald Goines murder trial: What is the true impact of this case on Houstonians?
Next month, former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines will stand trial for the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas, killed during a botched no-knock raid in 2019. The trial sheds light on misconduct within HPD's narcotics division and raises questions about the use of no-knock warrants and government overreach. Catch every update through our series "The Bench," hosted by Mario Diaz, and see what local experts have to say.
Who is Gerald Goines? The ex-cop at the center of the deadly Harding Street raid
Gerald Goines, the ex-Houston police officer at the center of the tragic Harding Street raid, is set to go on trial for felony murder in September. The raid, which occurred over five years ago, resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas and left five officers wounded. Goines admitted that the information used to obtain the warrant was fabricated. This case has since triggered a broader investigation into systemic corruption within the Houston Police Department’s narcotics division.
WANTED: Gunman accused of punching man in SW Houston before stealing his wallet at gunpoint
The Houston Police Department is seeking help to identify a suspect involved in an aggravated robbery on May 4, 2024.
TIMELINE: How the deadly Harding Street Raid unfolded and what has happened since
A police raid at a southeast Houston home Jan. 28, 2019, turned into a shootout. It ended with five officers injured and two suspects dead.
Mayor’s independent review into suspended Houston police cases complete, Internal Affairs investigation continues
Understaffing was identified as a major issue, particularly in the Special Victims Division and the Major Assault/Family Violence Division, which had high numbers of suspended cases.
Houston City Council confirms new HPD, HFD chief appointments
The Houston City Council has confirmed the appointment of Thomas Muñoz as the new Fire Department Chief, replacing Sam Peña, and Noe Diaz as the new Police Department Chief, succeeding Troy Finner. Muñoz brings over 26 years of experience and a commitment to improving safety for all residents. Diaz, with 23 years in law enforcement, including time as a Texas Ranger, promises servant leadership and community engagement. Exciting changes are ahead for Houston's first responders! 🚒🚓 What are your thoughts on the new appointments? Let us know in the comments!
Another Assistant Chief has been removed from position, sources say
KPRC 2 Investigates confirmed though multiple sources that Houston Police Department Assistant Chief Milton Wyatt Martin (AC), who oversees the Professional Standards Command of HPD, including the Internal Affairs Division, is no longer on the Executive Team.
Chief removed from HPD Executive Team in aftermath of investigation into suspended cases
Officer Chandra Hatcher's status with the Houston Police Department has changed following a recent development that caused the investigation into the suspended code due to the lack of manpower.
Key takeaways from Houston Police Department’s suspended cases report
Wednesday morning, the Houston Police Department presented a report before Houston City Council on the controversial code that suspended more than 260,000 cases.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire may be announcing new HPD chief soon
More changes may be on the horizon for the Houston Police Department. Mayor John Whitmire is reportedly in talks with Noe Diaz, the current chief of the Katy Police Department and a former Texas Ranger, to take over as HPD's new chief. What do you think about this potential new leadership for HPD? Share your thoughts below!#HoustonNews #HPD #LeadershipChange #NoeDiaz #MayorWhitmire
Complaints filed against two members of Houston PD leadership in investigation into suspended sex assault cases
A new investigation has been launched into two leading members of the Houston Police Department.
‘He chose to retire’: Mayor Whitmire denies claims made by former HPD chief Finner that he was forced out of department
“Unfortunately, he chose to retire and he knows why he chose to retire,” Whimire said during an exclusive interview with KPRC 2 Investigates reporter Mario Diaz. “I’m not going to get into a public debate with Troy Finner. I don’t think it’s appropriate.
Man killed by police in SW Houston after threatening people with knife, approaching police
A man has been shot by police after threatening people with a knife and escalating a situation with police.
Mayor Whitmire, HPD Chief Satterwhite visit officer hospitalized after shooting
After a Houston police officer was shot Monday night, Mayor John Whitmire and Police Chief Larry Satterwhite paid the officer a visit in the hospital.
HPD employee dies in Hurricane Beryl floodwaters while on his way to work
Tragic news as a Houston Police Department employee lost his life driving through high waters on Houston Avenue during Hurricane Beryl. Mayor John Whitmire urges residents to stay off roads with lingering hazards like downed trees and power lines. Stay safe, Houston.
Jury selection begins in murder trial of former Houston police officer Gerald Goines
Jury selection has started in the trial of ex-Houston police officer Gerald Goines, charged with murder for his role in a 2019 Harding Street drug raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas. Prosecutors allege Goines fabricated evidence to obtain the search warrant, pointing to systemic corruption in the narcotics unit. The process is set to last several weeks, with opening statements expected on Sept. 9. 👉 What are your thoughts on this case? Share in the comments!
Houston PD investigation into suspended sexual assault cases not completed by mayor’s July 1st goal
Department says investigative process of the investigation done, reviews are next steps
Docs: Roommate saw surveillance images while watching TV with Jocelyn Nungaray’s alleged killers, tried not to react
Arrest warrants released by the Harris County District Clerk’s website have revealed new details into the timeline between 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray’s murder and the arrest of her alleged killers, Johan Jose Martinez-Rangel and Franklin Pena.
Missouri City police officer ‘relieved of duty’ after being involved in crash that killed mother, her 16-year-old son
A Missouri City police officer who was involved in a two-vehicle crash that killed a mother and her teen son has been relieved of duty, according to the department\.
Houston PD using multiple assistant chiefs to fill acting police chief’s role during search for new police chief
How Houston's Acting Police Chief Larry Satterwhite is filling his former role as Executive Assistant Chief.
Man shot by neighbor while rummaging under carport in E Houston
A neighborly dispute in east Houston escalated into violence when a 73-year-old man shot his 80-year-old neighbor after being confronted and threatened with a cane.
Uber Eats driver shot during robbery attempt with family in car
Despite being shot in the chest, the victim drove a short distance and was later stabilized by police before being transported to the hospital, where he is in stable condition.
History of ‘dumb’ suspended cases code that boiled into a scandal for Houston PD detailed in interim report
Mayor John Whitmire issues the first report from his independent review panel, including recommendations on far-reaching procedural changes for the Houston Police Department
Houston Acting Police Chief provides unclear with response to when he first learned about SL code
Houston Police Acting Chief says he's not sure if he knew cases were suspended during the end of 2023 or early 2024, apologizing for any confusion.
Community leaders, organizations react to former HPD chief Troy Finner’s retirement
Community leaders and organizations are reacting to the surprising retirement of former HPD Chief Troy Finner. #HoustonPoliceDepartment #TroyFinner #Retirement
Mayor John Whitmire announces retirement of Houston Police Chief Troy Finner amid suspended cases scandal
Houston Police Chief Troy Finner is stepping down as chief of the department.
HPD Internal Affairs Investigation into suspended cases not ‘completed’ after Chief Finner told Houstonians it was done
KPRC 2 Investigates has learned questions of integrity are being raised about a member of Houston Police Chief Troy Finner’s inner circle, extending what Finner said was a “completed” Internal Affairs Investigation into the department’s suspended sex assault cases scandal.
HPD and Chief Finner tackle community crime concerns during night out in Third Ward
HPD Chief Troy Finner and Houston law enforcement officials address community concerns about rising crime in the Third Ward.
Brother wanted in connection with sister’s fatal shooting in SE Houston
A woman is dead after she was shot in the head during an argument outside a gas station in southeast Houston and police are searching for her brother in connection to the crime.
‘It’s terrible:’ Racist graffiti forces Houston’s Donovan Park to temporarily close
The gates to Donovan Park are locked shut. The Houston Heights Association posted on social media, the park is temporarily closed after inappropriate graffiti was found on the playground equipment. HPD said officers responded on Tuesday where they discovered the graffiti had racist language.
Houston parents could face murder charges in deaths of twin infants
The DA’s office says with additional evidence, Angelina Belinda Calderon and Fernando Vega could face more serious charges in the deaths of their 6-week-old twins
By the numbers: Houston Police Department completes review of 4,017 adult sex assault cases suspended
Houston Police Chief Troy Finner says the department has completed the review of 4,017 adult sexual assault incident reports that were suspended due to “lack of personnel” and continue to review the 264,000 department wide incident reports that were suspended.
Houston police chief says all 4,017 adult sex assault cases suspended for ‘lack of personnel’ have been reviewed
Houston Police Chief Troy Finner says the department has completed the review of 4,017 adult sexual assault incident reports that were suspended due to “lack of personnel” and continue to review the 264,000 department wide incident reports that were suspended.
Mother, daughter ordered to cease illegal butt injections after undercover operation in Cypress
Prosecutors say more people have come forward saying they'd been treated by Consuelo Dal Bo, 56, and her 18-year-old daughter Isabella Dal Bo who were arrested after an undercover sting in Cypress.
At least 5 charged amid Houston police review of over 264,000 suspended cases
Join us for the live update by Houston Police Chief Troy Finner as he provides the latest information on the suspended sexual assault cases investigation. Tune in at 2 p.m. to watch the event live on KPRC 2. #JusticeForVictims #HoustonPoliceDepartment #CrimeInvestigation
‘I have never heard of that’: Houston attorney weighs in after DNA matches found in HPD’s suspended sexual assault cases
In a shocking revelation, it has been discovered that 96 rape kits from suspended sexual assault investigations have returned with DNA matches! This alarming development raises serious questions about the handling of these cases and the backlog at the Houston Forensic Science Center. #JusticeForSurvivors #DNAEvidenceMatters #EndSexualAssault #AccountabilityInJusticeSystem
Houston Police policy officer linked to the suspended cases investigation is still issuing department policy
KPRC 2 Investigates found one of the men who could have stopped the suspension due to the lack of manpower code in 2021, is still issuing department policies while being investigated for his role in 264,000 suspended incidents.
What are people in Houston saying about the police department’s suspended cases investigation scandal?
KPRC 2 Investigates reporter Mario Diaz is getting reaction and also working to get your questions answered.
Sexual assault victims can still get justice, even if the abuse took place years ago
Statute of limitations is a key factor in criminal cases. Each crime constitutes a different statute of limitations.
Harding Street raid: Former Houston police officer Gerald Goines re-indicted on 2 felony murder charges
Former Houston police officer Gerald Goines has been re-indicted on two felony murder charges. This development comes after two felony indictments against Goines were quashed last week. #GeraldGoines #HoustonPoliceDepartment #FelonyMurderCharges
Harding Street raid: Judge dismisses felony indictments against former Houston police officer Gerald Goines
📣 Breaking News! 🚨 Houston Police Officer's Felony Indictments Quashed by Judge! In a surprising turn of events, the indictments against Officer Gerald Goines, who led the deadly 2019 Harding Street drug raid, have been dismissed by a Harris County judge. The defense argued that the indictments lacked specific details of the laws he violated. Stay tuned for more updates on this case! #HoustonPolice #BreakingNews #IndictmentsDismissed
Six more Houston police officers under internal affairs review in suspended cases scandal
More changes coming to the Houston Police Department in the midst of the investigation into Sexual Assaults Scandal that has overwhelmed the department for over one month now.
How to check if your case was suspended by Houston Police Department
Houston residents! 🚨 Have you or someone you know filed a case with the Houston Police Department? 🚓 Make sure to check if your case has been suspended due to a lack of personnel. 😱 Over 200,000 cases have been suspended, including more than 4,000 incidents of sexual assault. #HoustonPoliceDepartment #SuspendedCasesScandal #JusticeForVictims
KPRC 2 Investigates questions Mayor Whitmire over HPD deactivated criminal cases and ongoing investigation
KPRC 2 Investigative reporter Mario Diaz questioned Whimire about the committee he appointed to investigate the Houston Police Department and if they will hold all the leaders of the department accountable, including chief Troy Finner who admitted to knowing about the suspended sexual assault cases since 2021.
Houston-area mom arrested following chase in stolen vehicle with 3-year-old inside
Investigators say minutes into the chase, the driver let out a passenger, who surrendered to police and told them a 3-year-old was inside the car.
Houston mayor outlines duties of independent committee investigating suspended HPD cases, highlights ‘accountability’
A few weeks ago, KPRC 2 Investigates reported that Mayor John Whitmire appointed a private committee to investigate the thousands of suspended sexual assault cases by the Houston Police Department.
Houston advocates demand Chief Troy Finner step down amid deactivated sexual assault cases investigation
A Houston-based organization is calling for the immediate resignation of Houston Police Department Chief Troy Finner.
Houston Police Union requests recusal of HPD Chief Finner in suspended cases scandal
📢 Breaking News 🚨The Houston Police Officers Union has requested the recusal of Chief Troy Finner from the investigation of the department's suspended cases scandal. Concerns have been raised over the fairness of disciplinary actions when the chief is at the center of the inquiry. #PoliceScandal #InvestigationInProgress #JusticeMatters
Texas woman gets prison sentence for selling Spider Monkey and other exotic animals on Craigslist
A Houston woman has been sentenced to prison for illegally selling endangered animals, including a spider monkey and some toucans.
Illegal sale of Spider Monkey on Craigslist leads to prison sentence for Houston woman
A Houston woman has been sentenced to prison for illegally selling endangered animals, including a spider monkey and some toucans.
‘It’s not worth it’: Fans mourn TikTok fitness influencers reportedly killed in high speed, car crash in Houston
Numerous reports on social media have confirmed that two TikTok fitness creators were killed in a single-car accident in Houston.
Houston mayor’s statement on near decade of crime data manipulation echoes KPRC2 Investigates report
Houston Mayor John Whitmire said today that he believes crime data for the city has been manipulated for nearly the past decade, but he vowed to get to the bottom of whoever is responsible. He also vows to fix the issue.