‘We’re going to punch you back’: Criminals targeting Houstonians impacted by Beryl to face upgraded charges, DA says
More than a dozen people are facing upgraded disaster-time charges in Harris County, District Attorney Kim Ogg tells KPRC 2, accused of targeting homes and businesses dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl.
Criminals targeting Houstonians impacted by Beryl to face upgraded charges, DA says
More than a dozen people are facing upgraded disaster-time charges in Harris County, District Attorney Kim Ogg tells KPRC 2, accused of targeting homes and businesses dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl. Speaking exclusively with KPRC 2′s Bryce Newberry, Ogg said additional enhanced charges are possible. “If you try and kick us while we’re down, we’re going to punch you back even harder,” Ogg said.
Beryl aftermath includes uptick in cyber-crimes targeting victims, analyst says
As Southeast Texans work to recover from Hurricane Beryl, there are people out there looking to take advantage of those desperate for help. Level 2 Cyber Security Analyst Raenesia Jones says she’s seen an uptick in cyber scams targeting people who are simply trying to get back on their feet. Jones says the main way opportunists are targeting their victims is through text messages and email, impersonating government or charitable organizations. She says if you pay attention, there are ways to spot what’s real and what’s fake.
Brother of ex-city worker charged in Houston contract scandal claims innocence
We are hearing more from one of the main people charged in the city of Houston’s contract corruption scandal. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis was in court today for the latest developments in the case that was first brought to light because of the KPRC ‘DRAINED’ Investigation. You may remember, Investigator Amy Davis tried knocking on the door of Andrew Thomas to ask questions about shady waterline repair contracts. He didn’t want to talk then.
‘I’ve never stolen anything in my life’: Brother of ex-city worker charged in Houston contract scandal claims innocence
We are hearing more from one of the main people charged in the city of Houston contract corruption scandal. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis was in court today for the latest developments in the case was first brought to light because of the KPRC ‘DRAINED’ Investigation.
‘It’s terrible’: Manhunt ends in arrest after Harris County deputy’s ambush-style killing
The Sheriff's Office says the undercover officer may have had radio issues but was on the phone with another deputy before he was ambushed. He was 28-years-old and a 5-year veteran with HCSO working as part of its Violent Person's Task Force.
Proposed law honoring 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray would enforce detention, tracking of illegal migrants
The brutal murder of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray has led Senator Ted Cruz and Rep. Troy Nehls to introduce the Justice for Jocelyn Act. This act aims to improve the detention and tracking of illegal immigrants in the U.S. Jocelyn was strangled to death by two men from Venezuela, who entered the country illegally and were later released. Cruz emphasizes that such tragedies are preventable and calls for decisive action to ensure no family endures similar pain.
New 'Justice for Jocelyn Act' hopes to help potential future victims
Texas GOP Senator Ted Cruz joins us to introduce a new bill he's worked closely on with lawmakers and Jocelyn's family that aims to prevent what happened to 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray from happening again. Jocelyn's body was found in a creek in north Houston. The two men accused of killing her are Venezuelan nationals who entered the U.S. illegally. They are both facing charges of capital murder in this tragic case.
Undercover Harris County deputy killed while searching for man who pistol-whipped Little Caesars employee
The Sheriff's Office says the undercover officer may have had radio issues but was on the phone with another deputy before he was ambushed. He was 28-years-old and a 5-year veteran with HCSO working as part of its Violent Person's Task Force.
How to talk to your kids and avoid scammers in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl
The aftermath of a hurricane is a sensitive time for all of us. Crime Stoppers of Houston CEO Rania Mankarious stops by with tips on identifying scammers taking advantage after a natural disaster and advice on talking to your kids who might be fearful of storms.