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crime2 years ago

Texas Man's Murder-Suicide Leaves 5 Dead, Including 8-Year-Old Niece

A man in Richmond, Texas, shot and killed his estranged wife, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, and 8-year-old niece before turning the gun on himself after she refused to reconcile. The grandmother and two children survived by hiding in a closet and calling 911. Authorities revealed that the suspect, Alrick "Shawn" Alphanso Barrett, had arrived to drop off his child and initiated the shooting after a conversation about getting back together. The incident has prompted a domestic violence support organization to offer assistance to those in similar situations.

via KTRK-TV|
#crime#domestic-violence#family-tragedy
crime2 years ago

"Fort Bend County Tragedy: Man's Disturbing Murder-Suicide Claims 5 Lives, Including Child"

A disturbing murder-suicide in Fort Bend County, Texas, resulted in the deaths of three adults and a child, with the shooter, 46-year-old Alrick Barrett, taking his own life. The incident, believed to be domestic violence-related, unfolded when Barrett dropped off a child and attempted to reconcile with his ex-wife, ultimately opening fire when she refused. Authorities found two surviving children at the scene, and the grandmother and two other children also survived.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#authorities#crime#domestic-violence
weather2 years ago

"Texas Struggles with Power Outages and Grid Reliability Amidst Storms and Heat Wave"

Power outages have been reported in the Houston area as storms move through, with most of the outages concentrated in the city of Houston. Several hundred customers are also without power in Fort Bend County. As of just before 10 p.m., a total of 20,022 customers are affected, according to the CenterPoint Energy outage map.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#centerpoint-energy#fort-bend-county#houston-area
transportation2 years ago

Multiple Vehicle Fires Cause Major Road Closures and Delays in Fort Bend County and Beyond

The westbound lanes of the Westpark Tollway in Fort Bend County, Texas, have been shut down after a vehicle fire caused damage to the roadway between SH-99 and Spring Green Blvd. The Fort Bend County Hazmat Response Team is on the scene, and drivers are advised to avoid the area while crews work to resolve the situation.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#fort-bend-county#road-damage#traffic-disruption
health2 years ago

Surge in Cyclospora Cases Hits Houston Area

Health officials in Harris and Fort Bend Counties are warning the public about an increase in Cyclospora infections, a non-life-threatening gastrointestinal illness caused by an intestinal parasite. The infections are believed to be linked to the consumption of contaminated food or water, particularly fresh produce. While most people recover without significant health effects, those who are immunocompromised, infants, or elderly may require hospitalization. The public is advised to wash hands thoroughly, wash fruits and vegetables, and sanitize cutting boards and utensils to prevent the spread of the disease.

via KTRK-TV|
#cyclospora-infections#fort-bend-county#gastrointestinal-illness
law-enforcement2 years ago

Law Enforcement Ramps Up DUI Crackdown for Fourth of July Weekend

Fort Bend County in Texas is implementing a "No Refusal" initiative for the Fourth of July weekend, allowing authorities to obtain blood search warrants for drivers suspected of impairment. Attorneys will be present to draft search warrants, and nurses will perform the blood draws. This measure is aimed at preventing drunk driving incidents and ensuring public safety during the holiday celebrations.

via FOX 26 Houston|
#blood-search-warrants#dwi-cases#fort-bend-county
crime2 years ago

Fort Bend County authorities arrest 29 in human trafficking sting operation.

29 male "sex buyers" were arrested and charged in an undercover operation against human trafficking in Fort Bend County. The suspects were caught by undercover officers posing as employees at a massage parlor. The operation was conducted in collaboration with the Fort Bend District Attorney's Office and the Human Trafficking Rescue Alliance.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#arrests#crime#fort-bend-county