Train Hits Firetruck near Hempstead & Gessner !
14600 block of Hempstead near Gessner – A food truck became stalled on the train tracks as a train was approaching. The driver managed to escape to safety just before impact. Moments later, the train slammed into the stranded truck. Fortunately, no injuries were reported and everyone is alive and safe. Here are videos sent […]
Katy ISD 12-Year-Old Child Lost at Bus Stop !
Yesterday, a Hood News Peep reports that their 12-year-old child, who attends a Katy ISD school, did not exit the bus at his designated stop. After multiple calls to the district’s East Transportation office, the Hood News Peep was informed the system recorded the student as getting off the bus at 2:46 PM, but they […]
Come on Down #74 Belongs to Gary Goodrum !
Gary Goodrum, Come on Down #74 is in jail after stealing a child’s back to school package from their front doorstep! An Alvin PD Officer stopped by the Peep’s house to return the stolen items. Gary, who was identified thanks to you all, was taken into custody. Also, another Peep reached out to tell me […]
STOLEN AMBULANCE! WILD SCENE IN PASADENA!
A man experiencing a possible mental health crisis reportedly stole an ambulance and attempted to escape from Bayshore Hospital in Pasadena. Pasadena PD quickly responded and was able to safely stop the vehicle near the 4700 block of Spencer Highway, close to Preston Avenue. No injuries have been reported at this time. More details to […]
TRASH PILING UP AT SUNSET GARDENS APARTMENTS !
According to a Hood News Peep, Sunset Gardens Apartments have reportedly gone almost two weeks without garbage service, and the situation is getting out of hand. 311 and the Houston Apartment Association have been contacted. Trash is piling up to the point it’s becoming a serious health and safety concern. The Peep reported seeing rodents […]
Motorcycle Accident Near Congress and Milam !
Corner of Congress and Milam Earlier this afternoon Good Samaritans rushed to assist a motorcyclist who is involved in an accident with a vehicle. HFD and law-enforcement were on the scene. Please be safe out there. Let’s get home safely.
Gerrode Terrel Smith Captured in Houston !
ONE CROSSED OFF THE BINGO CARD! He robbed banks across state lines, then disappeared — until today. Gerrode Terrel Smith, the wanted bank robber based in Houston, was captured earlier today following the recent media briefing. His criminal tour has officially come to an end! Thank you to everyone who shared his story or submitted […]
Palm Beach Apartments Rat Infestation
A Hood News Peep reached out for help regarding Palm Beach Apartments City View, and what they’re dealing with is unacceptable. They’ve been living there for several years, always paying rent on time, but now they’re battling a rat and roach infestation. Even worse? Their three young children (ages 5, 4, and 1) are constantly […]
Justice for Tony Maximus Delao
Two Suspects Charged in Fatal Shooting of Tony Maximus Delao Rodesha Smith (17) and Clint L. Gillespie (19) are charged with capital murder in connection with the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Tony Maximus Delao, who was found unresponsive in a vehicle at 9642 Intervale Street around 2:20 PM back on January 20. Smith and Gillespie […]
COME ON DOWN #69 – ARRESTED…WITH HER KIN
Cynthia Bentancourt was identified yesterday thanks to the power of the Hood News Peeps! After Precinct 4 posted a “Come On Down” request and we were tagged, the Peeps came through once again. Cynthia was caught on camera walking out of Ulta with $800 worth of merchandise. But it didn’t stop there—she later went with […]
HPD Searching for 38-year-old Omar Marzouk
HPD is asking for the public’s help in finding 38-year-old Omar Marzouk, who is wanted for murder after a deadly shooting that happened around 12:30 AM on Wednesday (July 31) near 2528 Calumet Street. 32-year-old Jimmy Arevalo was outside power washing at a business when he was approached by Marzouk. Witnesses said the two got […]
Unexpected Woman On FM 1960 and Aldine Westfield
A Hood News Peep captured this moment on FM 1960 and Aldine Westfield. According to our Peep, someone in a passing car told a woman to “put some clothes on.” She then got off her bike, pulled the wrap off her head—and to everyone’s surprise, it turned out to be a full dress! Not exactly […]