Newton County Sheriff’s Office launched “Operation Pitbull” after months of investigating a dog-fighting ring in the Call community
In March of 2025, the Newton County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation into an alleged dog-fighting ring in the Call community. Over the last several months, numerous complaints and tips have been received regarding dog fighting. Throughout the investigation, probable cause was established, and a search warrant was signed by a Newton County Justice of […]
MAN DUMPED TWO BAGS OF ANIMAL REMAINS OUTSIDE NON PROFIT DUMPSTER
KINGWOOD TX – MAN DUMPED TWO BAGS OF ANIMAL REMAINS OUTSIDE NON PROFIT DUMPSTER A small nonprofit on the 3900 block of Glade Valley Dr, near Woodland Hills Dr and Northpark, has been dealing with people illegally dumping trash by their dumpster. When the dumpster is full or locked, people have been leaving their bags […]
Funeral Home on Wheeler Street Raided After Claims of Identity Theft and Unlicensed Operation
At the Community Funeral Home on Wheeler Street, a funeral was taking place when HPD suddenly showed up with a search warrant. The funeral home is located at 2517 Wheeler Street. Heavy HPD presence arrived today as part of an ongoing investigation. Police say the owners are accused of stealing the identities of people who […]
Stay Alert: Woman Followed by Unknown Driver Until Reaching Fire Station
A Hood News Peep shared that while driving home last night, a vehicle began following her for several miles. She says the driver had been ahead of her earlier, so she does not believe this was road rage. Even after making two U-turns, the vehicle stayed behind her, so she drove to a nearby fire […]
Woman Injured After Delivery Drivers Open Fire During Dispute
Central Patrol Officers responded to a call for service at W 10th and Dorothy (near N Shepherd and Katy Freeway). An adult female delivery driver was transported in stable condition with gunshot wounds. Reports are that the woman and another delivery driver exchanged gunfire during a disturbance. Other driver waited for the police and is […]
Arrests Made in 2016 Fatal Shooting on McDaniel Street
Arrests Made in 2016 Fatal Shooting on McDaniel Street Two men have been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting that happened nearly nine years ago. The victim, 34-year-old Emanuel Carrillo, was shot and killed in the driveway of a home at 1807 McDaniel St (near E Hardy and Crosstimbers) around 6:30 AM on May […]
HPD Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Person of Interest in Fatal Stabbing of 16-Year-Old
HPD is asking the public for help identifying a person of interest wanted for questioning in the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old male at 4512 Katy Freeway service road around 7:50 AM on September 30. The person of interest is described as a male with short hair and possibly a mustache. Surveillance photos released by […]
Employees Protest Outside Los Chilaquiles Over Alleged Unpaid Wages
Hood News Peeps reported seeing employees gathered outside Los Chilaquiles at 702 E 11th St in Houston. According to the individuals present, they were protesting what they described as unpaid wages and mistreatment. These are allegations made by the workers, and no official statements have been released.
Strange Freeway Graffiti Has Hood News Peeps Asking Questions
League City Parkway — what in cracktivities is going on out here? Earlier today, a Hood News Peep sent in footage showing some very strange graffiti someone spray-painted along the freeway. The ramblings look like whoever did it may have smoked some seaweed before grabbing that can of paint. Since then, Peeps have sent in […]
Family Seeks Justice After Fatal Hit-and-Run in Galveston
GALVESTON TX Mr. Fidel Estrada Lopez’s family is asking Hood News Peeps for help after he tragically died following a hit-and-run early Sunday morning, November 16, 2025, around 6 AM on 53rd Street and Avenue R. Mr. Fidel was on his way to work, riding his bike, when he was struck by a white or […]
CAUGHT IN THE ACT! Illegal Dumper Exposed in Northeast Houston
CAUGHT IN THE ACT! A Hood News Peep caught someone illegally dumping in Northeast Houston on Camay Drive near Tidwell and Homestead. Our Peep followed the truck at a safe distance and was able to record as the driver dumped trash right there in the neighborhood. Another Peep also sent in daytime video showing what […]
NORTHEAST HOUSTON – 77093 RESIDENTS SAY THEIR WATER WELLS ARE PUMPING SAND
NORTHEAST HOUSTON – 77093 RESIDENTS SAY THEIR WATER WELLS ARE PUMPING SAND Hood News Peeps living on Mesquite St., Brooklyn, Collins, and Gulf Bank in the 77093 area are reporting serious problems with their water wells. They say the wells still run, but the water coming out is full of sand. Not only is […]